Why do the absorptive cells of the gastrointestinal tract have a short life?
A) To allow excess epithelial cells to form when the diet is high in fat.
B) To prevent accumulation of absorptive cells on the intestinal walls.
C) Absorptive cells are subjected to a harsh environment.
D) To accommodate high fiber diets which literally rub cells off of the intestinal lining when the dietary fiber passes through the GI tract.
Answer: C) Absorptive cells are subjected to a harsh environment.
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