Absorption of nutrients occur largely in small intestine and to a lesser extent in large intestine.Absorption of one of the following nutrients requires a protein secreted in stomach
A
Monoglyceride
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B
Glucose
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C
Amino acids
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D
Vitramins B12
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Solution
The correct option is A Monoglyceride B12 intrinsic factor is a glycoprotein is secreted by the parietal cells of the gastric glands. They are necessary for the absorption of Vitamin B12 in the ileum of the small intestine.