What happens when food reaches the stomach?

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Question 1 of 5

What happens when food reaches the stomach?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: In the stomach, gastric juices (acid, enzymes) mix with food, and muscles churn it into chyme, making C correct. Digestion occurs (not A), food doesn't move quickly to the intestine , and complete digestion/absorption happens later in the small intestine, not stomach .

Question 2 of 5

What is a result of increased peristalsis in the duodenum?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Faster peristalsis reduces time for nutrient absorption, like amino acids, making C correct.

Question 3 of 5

Where are vitamins produced by bacteria?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Bacteria in the large intestine produce vitamins like K, making D correct.

Question 4 of 5

What is structure X?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Assuming X connects mouth to stomach, it's the esophagus, making C correct.

Question 5 of 5

Which of the following results in an increase in the surface area of food?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Peristalsis churns food, increasing its surface area, making B correct.

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