Which of the Following Types of Sugars Can Directly Pass

Question

Which of the following types of sugars can directly pass into the bloodstream without digestion?
A) only polysaccharides
B) only monosaccharides
C) only disaccharides
D) both monosaccharides and disaccharides

Accepted Answer

Monosaccharides such as glucose can be absorbed directly into the bloodstream without the need for digestion. Disaccharides such as sucrose and lactose must be broken down by enzymes before they can be absorbed, and polysaccharides such as starch and glycogen must be broken down into smaller units before they can be absorbed.