Question

What are chylomicrons?

(a) Very large protein-coated fat molecules

(b) Very large fat coated protein molecules

(c) Very small protein-coated fat molecules

(d) Very small fat coated protein molecules

This question was addressed to me in examination.

Question is taken from Disorders in Digestive System in portion Digestion and Absorption of Biology – Class 11

Answer 1

Right option is (c) Very small protein-coated fat molecules

For explanation I would say: Fatty acids and glycerol being insoluble, cannot be absorbed into the blood. They are first incorporated into micelles and then are reformed into very small protein-coated fat molecules called chylomicrons.