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Glucose and amino acids are absorbed in intestine by

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Osmosis
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Passive transport
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Active transport
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Selective absorption
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Solution

The correct option is C Active transport
Active transport occurs against the concentration gradient and hence requires energy. Various nutrients like amino acids, monosacharides like glucose,electrolytes like Na+ are absorbed into the blood by this mechanism.

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