An example of absorption is the

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Question 1 of 5

An example of absorption is the

A. movement of food by peristalsis B. active transport of glucose into a villus C. hydrolysis of a peptide into amino acids D. release of secretin in the presence of HCl

Correct Answer: B

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Question 2 of 5

What is the role of hydrochloric acid in digestion?

A. emulsification of lipids B. activation of pepsin C. digestion of carbohydrates D. neutralization of chyme

Correct Answer: B

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Question 3 of 5

If structure X in the diagram A was not functioning properly, how would the processes in the structure shown in diagram B be affected?

A. The absorption of fats would decrease B. The production of lipase would increase C. The digestion of proteins would decrease D. The absorption of glucose would increase

Correct Answer: A

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Question 4 of 5

Which enzyme functions optimally in a low pH?

A. lipase B. pepsin C. trypsin D. amylase

Correct Answer: B

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Question 5 of 5

Removal of the gall bladder would affect a person's ability to digest

A. lipids B. sugars C. proteins D. carbohydrates

Correct Answer: A

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