I WONDER - What Job Does The Lymphatic System Do?

The video tutorial explains how the body absorbs fats and fat-soluble vitamins like A, D, E, and K from the digestive system. It highlights the role of lacteals in the small intestine, which transport these nutrients to the bloodstream. Once in the bloodstream, these nutrients are utilized by the body for energy and other essential functions.

Which vitamins are absorbed along with fats in the digestive system?

• Vitamin A, D, E, and K

• Vitamin B12 and Folic Acid

• Vitamin B and C

• Vitamin C and Iron

What is the primary function of lacteals in the small intestine?

• To filter blood

• To carry fats and fat-soluble vitamins

• To transport proteins

• To absorb carbohydrates

Where are lacteals located?

• In the liver

• In the pancreas

• In the stomach lining

• In the lining of the small intestine

How does the body utilize the fats and vitamins transported by lacteals?

• For excretion

• For building muscle

• For energy and vital functions

• For storing in bones

Which of the following is NOT a function of the fats and vitamins absorbed by lacteals?

• Providing energy

• Supporting vital functions

• Building DNA

• Transporting oxygen