Kohn_Alex Quiz 2 - Digestion Flashcards

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1
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Where does most chemical digestion take place?

A

Small intestine

Notes - WKST - Digestion Process Begins, and Final Digestion and Absorption

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The process by which nutrient molecules pass through the wall of the digestive system and into the blood is called?

A

Absorption

Notes - The process by which nutrient molecules pass through the wall of the digestive system and into the blood is called?

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What structure(s) enable(s) the small intestine to absorb large amounts of nutrients?

A

Villi

Notes - What structure(s) enable(s) the small intestine to absorb large amounts of nutrients?

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Which process takes place in the large intestine?

A

Water is absorbed from undigested food.

Notes - CLF - Digestion and Tooth

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5
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What organ produces bile?

A

Liver

Notes - CLF - Digestion and Tooth

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Q

Bacteria in the small intestine makes vitamin K.

A

False

Notes - WKST - Digestion Process Begins, and Final Digestion and Absorption

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Which of the following is false about the stomach?

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The stomach is a U ­shaped muscular pouch in the abdomen.

Notes - CLF - Digestion and Tooth

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