After being absorbed, most lipids become incorporated into chylomicrons and enter ________.

A. chyme
B. the gastroesophageal sphincter
C. special cells lining the hepatic portal vein
D. lacteals within the villi


Answer: D

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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