The liver is the first stop for most absorbed nutrients because it
A) lies so close to the intestine.
B) controls blood flow to the heart.
C) is the end point for the portal vein.
D) must respond by making the correct amount of insulin.
Answer: C) is the end point for the portal vein.
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).