Question 1

What is the name of the projections on the inner surface of the small intestine?

Accepted Answer

A) Villi 
B) Cilia 
C) Mesenteric vessels 
D) Vascular projectiles 
E) Mitochondria 
A) Villi 
B) Cilia 
C) Mesenteric vessels 
D) Vascular projectiles 
E) Mitochondria A

Question 2

Which substance functions to control the release of hydrochloric acid to prevent excessive acidity?

Accepted Answer

A) Insulin 
B) Gastrin 
C) Secretin 
D) Cholecystokinin 
E) Glucagon 
A) Insulin 
B) Gastrin 
C) Secretin 
D) Cholecystokinin 
E) Glucagon B

Question 3

What is intestinal ischemia?

Accepted Answer

A) Reduced blood flow to the intestines 
B) Chronic episodes of reverse peristalsis 
C) Construction of intestinal lymph supply 
D) Inflammation of two or more sphincter muscles 
E) Severe and repeated episodes of intestinal blockage 
A) Reduced blood flow to the intestines 
B) Chronic episodes of reverse peristalsis 
C) Construction of intestinal lymph supply 
D) Inflammation of two or more sphincter muscles 
E) Severe and repeated episodes of intestinal blockage A

Question 4

MATCHING
-Organ that stores lymph cells

Accepted Answer

A) Liver 
B) Villus 
C) Goblet 
D) Pylorus 
E) Enzyme
F)Gastrin
G)Secretin
H)Capillary
I)Appendix
J)Diffusion
K)Epiglottis
L)Gallbladder
M)Carbohydrase
N)Hepatic portal vein
O)Hepatic vein
P)Ileocecal valve
Q)Cholecystokinin
R)Active transport
S)Hydrochloric acid
T)Lymphatic system 
A) Liver 
B) Villus 
C) Goblet 
D) Pylorus 
E) Enzyme
F)Gastrin
G)Secretin
H)Capillary
I)Appendix
J)Diffusion
K)Epiglottis
L)Gallbladder
M)Carbohydrase
N)Hepatic portal vein
O)Hepatic vein
P)Ileocecal valve
Q)Cholecystokinin
R)Active transport
S)Hydrochloric acid
T)Lymphatic system

Question 5

MATCHING
-Hormone that signals release of pancreatic bicarbonate

Accepted Answer

A) Liver 
B) Villus 
C) Goblet 
D) Pylorus 
E) Enzyme
F)Gastrin
G)Secretin
H)Capillary
I)Appendix
J)Diffusion
K)Epiglottis
L)Gallbladder
M)Carbohydrase
N)Hepatic portal vein
O)Hepatic vein
P)Ileocecal valve
Q)Cholecystokinin
R)Active transport
S)Hydrochloric acid
T)Lymphatic system 
A) Liver 
B) Villus 
C) Goblet 
D) Pylorus 
E) Enzyme
F)Gastrin
G)Secretin
H)Capillary
I)Appendix
J)Diffusion
K)Epiglottis
L)Gallbladder
M)Carbohydrase
N)Hepatic portal vein
O)Hepatic vein
P)Ileocecal valve
Q)Cholecystokinin
R)Active transport
S)Hydrochloric acid
T)Lymphatic system

Question 6

The primary function of the rectum is to ____.

Accepted Answer

A) control functioning of the colon 
B) absorb minerals from waste materials 
C) store waste materials prior to evacuation 
D) absorb excess water from waste materials 
E) store digestive hormones until they are needed 
A) control functioning of the colon 
B) absorb minerals from waste materials 
C) store waste materials prior to evacuation 
D) absorb excess water from waste materials 
E) store digestive hormones until they are needed

Question 7

What is the function of mucus in the stomach?

Accepted Answer

A) It emulsifies fats. 
B) It neutralizes stomach acid. 
C) It activates pepsinogen to pepsin. 
D) It protects stomach cells from gastric juices. 
E) It absorbs essential nutrients. 
A) It emulsifies fats. 
B) It neutralizes stomach acid. 
C) It activates pepsinogen to pepsin. 
D) It protects stomach cells from gastric juices. 
E) It absorbs essential nutrients.

Question 8

What is an important function of the intestinal villi crypts?

Accepted Answer

A) Synthesis of chylomicrons 
B) Secretion of juices into the small intestine 
C) Synthesis of fragments of fat for use by the colon 
D) Transport of fat-soluble nutrients into the circulation 
E) Storage of bile 
A) Synthesis of chylomicrons 
B) Secretion of juices into the small intestine 
C) Synthesis of fragments of fat for use by the colon 
D) Transport of fat-soluble nutrients into the circulation 
E) Storage of bile

Question 9

The gastrointestinal microbiome is comprised primarily of ____.

Accepted Answer

A) villi 
B) bacteria 
C) mucosa 
D) probiotics 
E) viruses 
A) villi 
B) bacteria 
C) mucosa 
D) probiotics 
E) viruses

Question 10

What is a function of hydrochloric acid in the stomach?

Accepted Answer

A) It absorbs water. 
B) It inhibits peristalsis. 
C) It neutralizes the food mass. 
D) It creates an optimum acidity. 
E) It prevents relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter. 
A) It absorbs water. 
B) It inhibits peristalsis. 
C) It neutralizes the food mass. 
D) It creates an optimum acidity. 
E) It prevents relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter.

Question 11

Which substance is known to be produced by small intestinal bacteria?

Accepted Answer

A) Mucus 
B) Chyme 
C) Glucose 
D) Vitamins 
E) Protein 
A) Mucus 
B) Chyme 
C) Glucose 
D) Vitamins 
E) Protein

Question 12

What is umami?

Accepted Answer

A) The flavor of monosodium glutamate 
B) The opening between the duodenum and jejunum 
C) The intestinal enzyme that hydrolyzes fish proteins 
D) An intestinal enzyme that hydrolyzes dietary nucleic acids 
E) A flavor that combines sweet and sour 
A) The flavor of monosodium glutamate 
B) The opening between the duodenum and jejunum 
C) The intestinal enzyme that hydrolyzes fish proteins 
D) An intestinal enzyme that hydrolyzes dietary nucleic acids 
E) A flavor that combines sweet and sour

Question 13

A person on a low-fiber diet is at increased risk for experiencing elevated rectal vein pressure leading to formation of ____.

Accepted Answer

A) reflux 
B) hiccups 
C) hemorrhoids 
D) peptic ulcers 
E) vomiting 
A) reflux 
B) hiccups 
C) hemorrhoids 
D) peptic ulcers 
E) vomiting

Question 14

One of the major causes of ulcers is infection with ____________________.

Accepted Answer

Helicobact

Question 15

MATCHING
-Controls the entry of chyme into the duodenum

Accepted Answer

A) Liver 
B) Villus 
C) Goblet 
D) Pylorus 
E) Enzyme
F)Gastrin
G)Secretin
H)Capillary
I)Appendix
J)Diffusion
K)Epiglottis
L)Gallbladder
M)Carbohydrase
N)Hepatic portal vein
O)Hepatic vein
P)Ileocecal valve
Q)Cholecystokinin
R)Active transport
S)Hydrochloric acid
T)Lymphatic system 
A) Liver 
B) Villus 
C) Goblet 
D) Pylorus 
E) Enzyme
F)Gastrin
G)Secretin
H)Capillary
I)Appendix
J)Diffusion
K)Epiglottis
L)Gallbladder
M)Carbohydrase
N)Hepatic portal vein
O)Hepatic vein
P)Ileocecal valve
Q)Cholecystokinin
R)Active transport
S)Hydrochloric acid
T)Lymphatic system

Question 16

Which action is characteristic of the appendix?

Accepted Answer

A) It ferments fiber. 
B) It stores lymph cells. 
C) It slows down peristalsis. 
D) It stores preformed stools. 
E) It assists in the formation of T-cells. 
A) It ferments fiber. 
B) It stores lymph cells. 
C) It slows down peristalsis. 
D) It stores preformed stools. 
E) It assists in the formation of T-cells.

Question 17

What is the most metabolically active organ?

Accepted Answer

A) Liver 
B) Spleen 
C) Stomach 
D) Pancreas 
E) Brain 
A) Liver 
B) Spleen 
C) Stomach 
D) Pancreas 
E) Brain

Question 18

Name and describe the functions of the four major sphincter muscles that divide the GI tract into its principal regions.

Accepted Answer

The esophagus has a sphincter muscle at

Question 19

When nutrients are transported from intestinal epithelial cells to the vascular system, what organ is first to receive them?

Accepted Answer

A) Liver 
B) Heart 
C) Lungs 
D) Kidneys 
E) Gallbladder 
A) Liver 
B) Heart 
C) Lungs 
D) Kidneys 
E) Gallbladder

Question 20

Describe the major events of digestion that occur in the mouth, stomach, and small intestine.

Accepted Answer

Mouth: The process of digestion begins i

What is the name of the projections on the inner surface of the small intestine?

Which substance functions to control the release of hydrochloric acid to prevent excessive acidity?

What is intestinal ischemia?

MATCHING -Organ that stores lymph cells

MATCHING -Hormone that signals release of pancreatic bicarbonate

The primary function of the rectum is to ____.

What is the function of mucus in the stomach?

What is an important function of the intestinal villi crypts?

The gastrointestinal microbiome is comprised primarily of ____.

What is a function of hydrochloric acid in the stomach?

Which substance is known to be produced by small intestinal bacteria?

What is umami?

A person on a low-fiber diet is at increased risk for experiencing elevated rectal vein pressure leading to formation of ____.

One of the major causes of ulcers is infection with ____________________.

MATCHING -Controls the entry of chyme into the duodenum

Which action is characteristic of the appendix?

What is the most metabolically active organ?

Name and describe the functions of the four major sphincter muscles that divide the GI tract into its principal regions.

When nutrients are transported from intestinal epithelial cells to the vascular system, what organ is first to receive them?

Describe the major events of digestion that occur in the mouth, stomach, and small intestine.

An Overview of Nutrition

Planning a Healthy Diet

The Carbohydrates: Sugars, Starches, and Fibers

The Lipids: Triglycerides, Phospholipids, and Sterols

Protein: Amino Acids

Energy Metabolism

Energy Balance and Body Composition

Weight Management: Overweight, Obesity, and Underweight

The Water-Soluble Vitamins: B Vitamins and Vitamin C

The Fat-Soluble Vitamins: A, D, E, and K

Water and 123 the Major Minerals

The Trace Minerals

Fitness: Physical Activity, Nutrients, and Body Adaptations

Life Cycle Nutrition: Pregnancy and Lactation

Life Cycle Nutrition: Infancy, Childhood, and Adolescence

Life Cycle Nutrition: Adulthood and the Later Years

Diet and Health

Consumer Concerns About Foods and Water

Hunger and the Global Environment

Filters

Exam 3: Digestion, Absorption, and Transport

What is the name of the projections on the inner surface of the small intestine?

Which substance functions to control the release of hydrochloric acid to prevent excessive acidity?

What is intestinal ischemia?

MATCHING -Organ that stores lymph cells

MATCHING -Hormone that signals release of pancreatic bicarbonate

The primary function of the rectum is to ____.

What is the function of mucus in the stomach?

What is an important function of the intestinal villi crypts?

The gastrointestinal microbiome is comprised primarily of ____.

What is a function of hydrochloric acid in the stomach?

Which substance is known to be produced by small intestinal bacteria?

What is umami?

A person on a low-fiber diet is at increased risk for experiencing elevated rectal vein pressure leading to formation of ____.

One of the major causes of ulcers is infection with ____________________.

MATCHING -Controls the entry of chyme into the duodenum

Which action is characteristic of the appendix?

What is the most metabolically active organ?

Name and describe the functions of the four major sphincter muscles that divide the GI tract into its principal regions.

When nutrients are transported from intestinal epithelial cells to the vascular system, what organ is first to receive them?

Describe the major events of digestion that occur in the mouth, stomach, and small intestine.

An Overview of Nutrition

Planning a Healthy Diet

The Carbohydrates: Sugars, Starches, and Fibers

The Lipids: Triglycerides, Phospholipids, and Sterols

Protein: Amino Acids

Energy Metabolism

Energy Balance and Body Composition

Weight Management: Overweight, Obesity, and Underweight

The Water-Soluble Vitamins: B Vitamins and Vitamin C

The Fat-Soluble Vitamins: A, D, E, and K

Water and 123 the Major Minerals

The Trace Minerals

Fitness: Physical Activity, Nutrients, and Body Adaptations

Life Cycle Nutrition: Pregnancy and Lactation

Life Cycle Nutrition: Infancy, Childhood, and Adolescence

Life Cycle Nutrition: Adulthood and the Later Years

Diet and Health

Consumer Concerns About Foods and Water

Hunger and the Global Environment

Filters