What is a result of increased peristalsis in the duodenum?

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Question 1 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 2 of 5

What is structure X?

Correct Answer: C

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

Question 3 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.

Question 4 of 5

What is structure Z?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Assuming Z follows the stomach, it's the duodenum, making D correct.

Question 5 of 5

In humans, chemical digestion is accomplished by enzyme action that begins in the mouth and ends in the

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Chemical digestion starts with salivary amylase in the mouth and completes in the small intestine with pancreatic and intestinal enzymes, making C the correct answer.

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