Question 1

The term used to describes the process in which foods are broken down into their component molecules is

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A)   digestion.
B)   absorption.
C)   elimination.
D)   segmentation.

Question 2

Sodium bicarbonate is secreted by the pancreas and functions to

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A)   activate enzymes that begin protein digestion.
B)   neutralize stomach acid.
C)   regulate digestive activity and increase peristalsis.
D)   emulsify fat.

Question 3

Define GERD and list and describe 3 factors that may contribute to GERD and 3 ways to reduce the symptoms of GERD.

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Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) i...

Question 4

Where in your body does the majority of the digestion and absorption of food occur?

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A)   mouth
B)   stomach
C)   small intestine
D)   large intestine

Question 5

Assuming the calories and relative sizes are similar, which of the following snacks will have the highest satiety value?

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A)   slice of whole-grain bread
B)   glass of skim milk
C)   glass of orange juice
D)   piece of cheese

Question 6

Tiny units of matter that cannot be broken down by natural means are called cells.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Which organ is responsible for manufacturing and secreting digestive enzymes and bicarbonate?

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A)   liver
B)   stomach
C)   pancreas
D)   gallbladder

Question 8

The human body is organized into the following structural levels (smallest to largest)

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A)   molecules, atoms, organs, systems, tissues, cells.
B)   atoms, molecules, cells, tissues, organs, systems.
C)   organs, tissues, molecules, systems, atoms.
D)   atoms, cells, systems, tissues, molecules, organs.

Question 9

Describe how the amount and type of food we eat can affect hunger and satiation.

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Foods containing protein have the highes...

Question 10

A body of evidence strongly suggests that colon cleansing using a colonic is necessary for good health.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

What is the difference between ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease?

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In Crohn's disease, the last part of the...

Question 12

The enzyme pancreatic amylase continues the digestion of

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A)   carbohydrate.
B)   protein.
C)   fat.
D)   vitamins.

Question 13

Bile is made in the liver and stored in the

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A)   stomach.
B)   gallbladder.
C)   pancreas.
D)   small intestine.

Question 14

Once food is swallowed, what is the tiny flap of tissue that keeps food from entering the trachea called?

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A)   pyloric valve
B)   esophagus
C)   epiglottis
D)   upper esophageal sphincter

Question 15

Most dietary fibre is absorbed in the small intestine.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Bile, the greenish fluid that emulsifies dietary fat, is made in your gallbladder.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Typically, ingested food remains in the stomach for 2 to 4 hours before traveling to the small intestine.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Which of the following foods or beverages is considered safe to consume when traveling to high-risk foreign destinations?

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A)   ice made from tap water
B)   coffee and tea
C)   salads and lettuce
D)   refrigerated shellfish

Question 19

What is the cephalic phase?

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A)   earliest phase of digestion when the brain prepares the body in anticipation of food
B)   phase when the semi-digested food leaves the stomach and slowly enters the small intestine
C)   phase when the majority of absorption occurs, primarily occurring in the small intestine
D)   final phase of digestion when the large intestine and rectum prepare the undigested components of food for elimination

Question 20

Why are people who abuse alcohol at risk for damaging their liver?

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People who abuse alcohol are at risk for...

Exam 3: The Human Body: Are We Really What We Eat

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Most dietary fibre is absorbed in the small intestine.

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The term used to describes the process in which foods are broken down into their component molecules is

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Bile is made in the liver and stored in the

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