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The region of the small intestine with the lowest pH is the ________.

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Stomach acid does not break down the wall of the stomach because gastric juice contains a powerful base that neutralizes the acid before it can cause damage.

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Elimination of undigested food material from the large intestine is controlled by


A) secretin.
B) CCK.
C) the defecation reflex.
D) trypsin.
E) the appendix.

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  The figure above shows the organs of the digestive system (labeled A-F). Match each organ to its function. -hydrochloric acid is released to promote digestion of proteins The figure above shows the organs of the digestive system (labeled A-F). Match each organ to its function. -hydrochloric acid is released to promote digestion of proteins

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The digestion of proteins, lipids, and carbohydrates is completed in the ________.

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Bile assists in the chemical digestion of triglycerides by


A) hydrolyzing them to glycerol and fatty acids.
B) breaking peptide bonds and hydrolyzing them to amino acids.
C) forming chylomicrons.
D) emulsifying large fat droplets into tiny ones, providing more surface area for enzymes.
E) assisting with the active transport of triglycerides into the blood.

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Water-soluble vitamins differ from fat-soluble vitamins in that water-soluble vitamins are


A) less readily absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract.
B) stored in fat tissue.
C) stored for a brief period of time.
D) rarely required as daily supplements to the diet.
E) not excreted in urine.

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  The figure above shows the organs of the digestive system (labeled A-F). Match each organ to its function. -produces bile The figure above shows the organs of the digestive system (labeled A-F). Match each organ to its function. -produces bile

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An eating disorder in which the individual eats and then takes steps to minimize the calories just ingested by inappropriate means like misusing medications is called


A) diverticulosis.
B) bulimia nervosa.
C) anorexia nervosa.
D) overnutrition.
E) lactose intolerance.

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"MyPlate" provides a personalized approach to assist an individual in developing a successful nutrition and exercise plan.

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  Use the figure above to answer the following question(s) . -The ________ is the region of a tooth that lies below the gum line, and the entire tooth sits in a socket in the jawbone, lined with ________, indicated by label ________. A)  bone; periodontal membrane; C B)  pulp cavity; root canal; D C)  root; periodontal membrane; E D)  crown; gingiva; D E)  pulp cavity; root canal; A Use the figure above to answer the following question(s) . -The ________ is the region of a tooth that lies below the gum line, and the entire tooth sits in a socket in the jawbone, lined with ________, indicated by label ________.


A) bone; periodontal membrane; C
B) pulp cavity; root canal; D
C) root; periodontal membrane; E
D) crown; gingiva; D
E) pulp cavity; root canal; A

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Dental caries are caused by the production of ________ by bacteria in the mouth.

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Gingivitis occurs when tooth decay causes inflammation of the enamel and pulp of the tooth.

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The amount of energy needed by the body to perform essential functions such as breathing is the ________.

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Segmentation is the primary means of mechanical breakdown of food in the digestive tract.

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Match each of the following enzymes to its description. -secreted by salivary glands to begin breakdown of starch


A) amylase
B) chymotrypsin
C) lipase
D) pepsin

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Which major digestive process involves nutrient molecules passing across the mucosal layer of the gastrointestinal tract into the blood or lymph?


A) elimination
B) absorption
C) digestion
D) secretion
E) mechanical processing and movement

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Match each layer of the gastrointestinal wall to its description. -attaches organs to the body wall; this thin layer of connective tissue is located on the surface of the organs


A) mucosa
B) muscularis
C) serosa
D) submucosa

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  The figure above shows the organs of the digestive system (labeled A-F). Match each organ to its function. -relies on peristalsis to move food to the stomach The figure above shows the organs of the digestive system (labeled A-F). Match each organ to its function. -relies on peristalsis to move food to the stomach

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Match each of the following disorders associated with the digestive system to its description. -inflammation of the liver; caused by toxic substances or viruses


A) lactose intolerance
B) polyp
C) gingivitis
D) hiatal hernia
E) celiac disease
F) hepatitis

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