Question
Biology Question on Digestion and absorption
Chylomicrons are
A
small fat globules coated with protein
B
protein molecules coated with fat
C
small granules found in gastric juice
D
neural signals that stimulate intestinal secretions
Answer
small fat globules coated with protein
Explanation
Solution
Chylomicrons are lipoprotein molecules which consist of small fat globules coated with protein. They are synthesised by intestinal epithelial cells and consist mainly of triglycerides. Dietary fat is transported in the circulatory system in the form of chylomicrons