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The process by which the digested products pass through the internal mucosa of the digestive tract into the blood or lymph is called ___________

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absorption
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adsorption
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assimilation
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digestion
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Solution

The correct option is A absorption
The process by which the digested products pass through the internal mucosa of the digestive tract into the blood or lymph is called absorption. The absorption of the nutrients takes place at the small intestine.
Adsorption is the process by which the molecules of liquid or gases adhere to the surface of a solid particle.
Assimilation is the process by which absorbed substances are utilized by the tissues for performing various activities.
Digestion is the process of breaking down food molecules into smaller components.

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