Exam 4: Human Digestion and Absorption

The chemical reaction sucrose + H₂O $\rightarrow$ fructose + glucose is an example of a ___________ reaction.

Which of the following is NOT an appropriate recommendation for treatment of peptic ulcer disease?

Gallstones are formed mainly from ________.

Amino acids and glucose enter cells by ________.

Carbohydrates that may contribute to intestinal gas formation include ________.

The main function of the liver in the digestive system is ________.

Gluten is best described as ________.

What will happen to fat digestion if a gallbladder is removed?

The lower esophageal sphincter is located between the ________.

Which structure prevents food and liquid from entering the airway?

Saliva contains ________.

Which of the following organs is NOT part of the digestive organ system?

Swollen veins in the rectum or anus are called ________.

Which of the following foods promotes the colonization of microflora in the GI tract?

Which of the following nutrients may be absorbed by the colon?

Not eating or drinking anything at all is the best way to treat diarrhea in adults and children.

The fluid mixture that moves from the stomach to the duodenum is called ________.

Actions of hydrochloric acid produced by the stomach include ________.

The leading cause of peptic ulcer disease is ________.

Muscular waves in the stomach mix and churn the contents of a meal with ________.