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Mechanism of Fat Absorption in Human Body (With Diagram) | Biology

The recent knowledge regarding the mechanism of fat absorption in human body has been briefly discussed below: Most dietary fat of either vegetable or animal origin comprises of triglycerides in which glycerol is comĀ­bined in low-energy ester linkages with three fatty acids and the fatty acids are of even number of carbon atoms. Fatty acids are both saturated and unsaturated [...]

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Movements of Human Small Intestine: 2 Types | Digestive System | Biology

The following types of movements are found in the human small intestine: 1. Rhythmic segmentation or Ludwig's pendulum 2. Peristalsis. Type # 1. Rhythmic Segmentation: Nature: These are rings of contraction occurring at regular space of intervals in which a portion of the intestine is divided into segments. The contraction is followed by relaxation. The contraction takes place at the [...]

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Vomiting (Emesis): Definition and Mechanism | Reflex | Human | Biology

In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Definition of Vomiting 2. Events takes Places During Vomiting 3. Mechanism. Definition of Vomiting: Vomiting is a reflex which serves to relieve the upper G.I. tract by forcible expulsion of gastric contents through the mouth. This may occur either because the contents are irritating or because the organs themselves or the nerves [...]

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