Question 1

Human digestion of food begins in the _______,where the enzyme _____ breaks down a small amount of starch.

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A)   mouth; amylase
B)   stomach; pepsin
C)   small intestine; amylase
D)   mouth; lipaseE) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 2

The breakdown of dietary starch to glucose in the small intestine is considered

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A)   metabolism.
B)   hormonal action.
C)   digestion.
D)   absorption.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 3

Gastrin,secretin,CCK,and gastric inhibitory peptide are examples of

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A)   enzymes.
B)   hormones.
C)   active absorption.
D)   None of these choices are accurate.E) B) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 4

The stomach can absorb

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A)   proteins or amino acids.
B)   sugars, such as lactose.
C)   alcohol.
D)   nothing.E) All of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 5

Outline the interactions between key hormones,enzymes,and nutrient digestion.

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The interactions between key hormones, e...

Question 6

Fiber and starches not digested in the small intestine may be fermented by bacteria in the large intestine to form

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A)   short-chain fatty acids and flatus.
B)   long-chain fatty acids and bile.
C)   short- and long-chain fatty acids.
D)   simple sugars and flatus.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 7

Much of the digestion that occurs in the large intestine is caused by

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A)   lipase.
B)   pepsin.
C)   saliva.
D)   bacteria.E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 8

An example of a probiotic is

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A)   bacteria in yogurt.
B)   fiber in whole wheat bread.
C)   calcium in milk.
D)   digestible carbohydrates in bananas.E) B) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 9

A sensible idea for preventing constipation is to

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A)   use a laxative when needed.
B)   decrease fluid intake.
C)   include more white bread, white rice, and ice cream in the diet.
D)   include more whole grain breads, beans, and apples in the diet.E) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 10

The major function(s) of the stomach are

Accepted Answer

A)   the digestion and absorption of carbohydrates, especially starch.
B)   the digestion and absorption of alcohol.
C)   to mix ingested foods with gastric juices to form chyme.
D)   All of these responses are correct.E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 11

Villi are found mainly in the

Accepted Answer

A)   large intestine.
B)   small intestine.
C)   esophagus.
D)   stomach.E) None of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 12

Which of the following nutrients may be absorbed by the colon?

Accepted Answer

A)   Minerals, such as sodium and potassium
B)   Some vitamins synthesized by bacteria
C)   Short-chain fatty acids
D)   Water
E)   All of these answers are correctF) B) and D)
G) B) and C)

Question 13

Provide four suggestions for someone who commonly develops constipation.

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1. Increase fiber intake: Consuming more...

Question 14

The absorptive process that requires energy in the form of ATP is

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A)   facilitated diffusion.
B)   active absorption.
C)   enterohepatic circulation.
D)   the lymphatic system.E) A) and D)
F) C) and D)

Question 15

Insufficient production of bile is mostly likely to impair absorption of

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A)   starch
B)   fat
C)   protein
D)   sugarsE) None of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 16

The lower esophageal sphincter is located between the

Accepted Answer

A)   stomach and esophagus.
B)   stomach and duodenum.
C)   ileum and the cecum.
D)   sigmoid colon and the anus.E) All of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 17

Rotavirus infection causes

Accepted Answer

A)   stomach blockage and severe pain.
B)   inflammation of the pancreas and severe pain.
C)   severe diarrhea and dehydration.
D)   peptic ulcer formation.E) None of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 18

The main function of the liver in the digestive system is

Accepted Answer

A)   producing enzymes for digestion of protein, fat, and carbohydrate.
B)   producing the hormones that regulate digestion and absorption.
C)   producing bile for fat digestion and absorption.
D)   distributing nutrients to the gastrointestinal tract.E) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 19

Which of the following organs is NOT part of the gastrointestinal organ system?

Accepted Answer

A)   pancreas
B)   small intestine
C)   kidneys
D)   liverE) B) and C)
F) B) and D)

Question 20

Gluten is best described as

Accepted Answer

A)   a protein found in wheat and related grains.
B)   a carbohydrate found in wheat and related grains.
C)   a substance found in wheat and related grains that causes irritable bowel disease.
D)   a medication used to treat celiac disease.E) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Exam 4: Human Digestion and Absorption

Which of the following organs is NOT part of the gastrointestinal organ system?

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Fiber and starches not digested in the small intestine may be fermented by bacteria in the large intestine to form

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Outline the interactions between key hormones,enzymes,and nutrient digestion.

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Rotavirus infection causes

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The breakdown of dietary starch to glucose in the small intestine is considered

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The main function of the liver in the digestive system is

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Which of the following nutrients may be absorbed by the colon?

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Gastrin,secretin,CCK,and gastric inhibitory peptide are examples of

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