What is the KEY difference between soluble fiber and insoluble fiber?

A) Soluble fiber contains alpha bonds; insoluble fiber contains beta bonds.
B) Soluble fiber can be ingested; insoluble fiber cannot.
C) Soluble fiber is found only in fruits and vegetables; insoluble fiber in whole grains.
D) Soluble fiber can be digested by bacteria in the colon; insoluble fiber cannot.


D

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