Question 1

Which of the following food sources is a rich source of probiotics?

Accepted Answer

A)   whole-wheat bread
B)   yogurt
C)   orange juice
D)   calcium supplementsE) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 2

The last section of the small intestine that connects to the ileocecal valve is called the

Accepted Answer

A)   bile duct.
B)   duodenum.
C)   jejunum.
D)   ileum.E) All of the above
F) A) and C)

Question 3

The mechanical and chemical digestion of food is initiated in the

Accepted Answer

A)   mouth.
B)   small intestine.
C)   stomach.
D)   esophagus.E) A) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 4

The most common symptom of GERD is chronic diarrhea.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Responding to the presence of fat in our meal, the gallbladder releases a substance called

Accepted Answer

A)   lipase.
B)   pepsin.
C)   chyme.
D)   bile.E) B) and D)
F) C) and D)

Question 6

Which of the following snacks will have the highest satiety value, assuming the Calories and relative size are similar?

Accepted Answer

A)   slice of whole-grain bread
B)   serving of Greek yogurt
C)   glass of whole milk
D)   glass of skim milkE) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 7

A functional grouping of similar cells is known as a(n)

Accepted Answer

A)   atom.
B)   molecule.
C)   tissue.
D)   organ.E) All of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 8

Which of the following sequences ranks the structures that make up the human body, from smallest to largest?

Accepted Answer

A)   molecules>atoms>organs>systems>tissues>cells
B)   atoms>molecules>cells>tissues>organs>systems
C)   organs>tissues>molecules>systems>atoms>organs
D)   atoms>cells>systems>tissues>molecules>organsE) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 9

Produced by the liver, bile is stored in the gallbladder and emulsifies fats in the small intestine.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Describe the lining of the small intestine. How does its unique structure contribute to the process of nutrient absorption?

Accepted Answer

The lining of the small intestine is mad...

Question 11

List the eight major allergenic foods. Explain how and why the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulates these ingredients in packaged foods.

Accepted Answer

The eight major allergenic foods are mil...

Question 12

Irritable bowel syndrome is more common among women than men.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 13

Cell membranes are

Accepted Answer

A)   very rigid and resistant to all non-cellular molecules.
B)   semipermeable.
C)   the organelles responsible for ATP production.
D)   chemical messengers that are secreted into the bloodstream by a gland.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D) B

Question 14

Mary experiences anaphylactic shock after eating a peanut butter sandwich. What is the most appropriate treatment for Mary?

Accepted Answer

A)   IV glucose
B)   Tylenol or another pain medication
C)   antibiotics
D)   epinephrineE) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 15

Which structure keeps food from entering the trachea during swallowing?

Accepted Answer

A)   upper esophageal sphincter
B)   lower esophageal sphincter
C)   soft palate
D)   epiglottisE) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 16

Celiac disease can only be diagnosed with a blood test.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

The pancreas is the largest digestive organ.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

The cell's nucleus is the organelle responsible for producing energy from food molecules.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Juanita eats her breakfast, and her GI tract then begins the process of digesting and absorbing the nutrients from this meal. What is the order in which each of the organs of the GI tract will work to achieve this process?

Accepted Answer

A)   mouth>esophagus>small intestine>stomach>large intestine
B)   mouth>esophagus>stomach>small intestine>large intestine
C)   mouth>stomach>esophagus>small intestine>large intestine
D)   mouth>stomach>esophagus>large intestine>small intestineE) A) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 20

Describe the main functions of the large intestine and identify the key processes that enable it to carry out these functions.

Accepted Answer

The main functions of the large intestine include the absorption of water and electrolytes, the formation and storage of feces, and the maintenance of a healthy gut microbiome.

The key processes that enable the large intestine to carry out these functions include:
1. Absorption of water and electrolytes: The large intestine absorbs the majority of the remaining water and electrolytes from the undigested food material that passes through it. This is essential for maintaining the body's overall fluid balance and preventing dehydration.

2. Formation and storage of feces: As the undigested food material moves through the large intestine, it is formed into feces through the process of dehydration and compaction. The large intestine stores these feces until they are ready to be eliminated from the body.

3. Maintenance of a healthy gut microbiome: The large intestine is home to trillions of beneficial bacteria that aid in digestion, produce essential vitamins, and help to protect against harmful pathogens. This symbiotic relationship between the body and the gut microbiome is vital for overall health and well-being.

Overall, the large intestine plays a crucial role in the final stages of digestion and waste elimination, as well as in maintaining the body's internal balance and supporting the immune system.

Exam 2: The Human Body: Are We Really What We Eat

Which of the following food sources is a rich source of probiotics?

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The last section of the small intestine that connects to the ileocecal valve is called the

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The mechanical and chemical digestion of food is initiated in the

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The most common symptom of GERD is chronic diarrhea.

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Responding to the presence of fat in our meal, the gallbladder releases a substance called

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Which of the following snacks will have the highest satiety value, assuming the Calories and relative size are similar?

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A functional grouping of similar cells is known as a(n)

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Which of the following sequences ranks the structures that make up the human body, from smallest to largest?

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Produced by the liver, bile is stored in the gallbladder and emulsifies fats in the small intestine.

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Describe the lining of the small intestine. How does its unique structure contribute to the process of nutrient absorption?

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List the eight major allergenic foods. Explain how and why the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulates these ingredients in packaged foods.

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Irritable bowel syndrome is more common among women than men.

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Mary experiences anaphylactic shock after eating a peanut butter sandwich. What is the most appropriate treatment for Mary?

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Which structure keeps food from entering the trachea during swallowing?

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Celiac disease can only be diagnosed with a blood test.

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The pancreas is the largest digestive organ.

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The cell's nucleus is the organelle responsible for producing energy from food molecules.

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Juanita eats her breakfast, and her GI tract then begins the process of digesting and absorbing the nutrients from this meal. What is the order in which each of the organs of the GI tract will work to achieve this process?

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Describe the main functions of the large intestine and identify the key processes that enable it to carry out these functions.

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The last section of the small intestine that connects to the ileocecal valve is called the

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The mechanical and chemical digestion of food is initiated in the

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The most common symptom of GERD is chronic diarrhea.

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Responding to the presence of fat in our meal, the gallbladder releases a substance called

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Which of the following snacks will have the highest satiety value, assuming the Calories and relative size are similar?

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A functional grouping of similar cells is known as a(n)

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Which of the following sequences ranks the structures that make up the human body, from smallest to largest?

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Produced by the liver, bile is stored in the gallbladder and emulsifies fats in the small intestine.

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Describe the lining of the small intestine. How does its unique structure contribute to the process of nutrient absorption?

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List the eight major allergenic foods. Explain how and why the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulates these ingredients in packaged foods.

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Irritable bowel syndrome is more common among women than men.

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Mary experiences anaphylactic shock after eating a peanut butter sandwich. What is the most appropriate treatment for Mary?

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Which structure keeps food from entering the trachea during swallowing?

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Celiac disease can only be diagnosed with a blood test.

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The pancreas is the largest digestive organ.

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The cell's nucleus is the organelle responsible for producing energy from food molecules.

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Juanita eats her breakfast, and her GI tract then begins the process of digesting and absorbing the nutrients from this meal. What is the order in which each of the organs of the GI tract will work to achieve this process?

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