Kelly_Jackson Quiz Final Digestion and Absorpsion II Flashcards
0
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- Which process takes place in the large intestine?
A
water moves from undigested food
1
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- What does not occur in the Large Intestine?
A
Most nutrients are absorbed here
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Q
3.
Pancreatic lipase is secreted into the ________ and breaks down __________.
A
Duodenum, Fats
3
Q
- When chyme enters the small intestine,
A
enzymes are secreted
a basic nutrient neutralizes the acidity of the chyme
just a small amount of chyme
4
Q
- What is a nutrient not needed in the body?
A
enzymes
5
Q
- Which nutrients are made up of amino acids
A
Proteins
6
Q
- What breaks down proteins?
A
trypsin, pepsin
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10.
What substance must be present in the stomach for pepsin to work?
A
HCI
8
Q
- What organ produces bile?
A
bile
9
Q
- In what organ does absorption of water take place.?
A
colon
10
Q
- Bacteria in the small intestine make vitamin K.
A
False
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15.
Where does most chemical digestion take place?
A
Small Intestine
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18.
Pancreatic amylase is an enzyme that breaks down _____
A
Carbohydrates
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20.
What carbohydrate helps your digestive system function even though your body cannot digest it?
A
fiber
