Question 1

Which of the following statements concerning dietary protein is true?

Accepted Answer

A)  Protein should supply the bulk of our dietary calories.
B)  It is not possible for vegetarians to have a balanced diet with adequate protein intake.
C)  The average American eats about half the recommended protein.
D)  Dietary protein is digested to nucleic acids,which are used to make DNA.
E)  Growth in children may be delayed or stunted if essential amino acids are not present in their diets.F) C) and D)
G) B) and C)

Question 2

The finger-like projections along the surface of the small intestines are called

Accepted Answer

A)  mucosa.
B)  lacteals.
C)  capillaries.
D)  microvilli.
E)  appendices.F) A) and E)
G) C) and E)

Question 3

What are the potential consequences if a person has their gallbladder removed?

Accepted Answer

A)  Their body will not be able to store the excess bile produced by the liver.This means that they will have a decreased ability to emulsify the fats found within the small intestine.
B)  Their body will not be able to store the excess bile produced by the liver.This means that they will have a decreased ability to emulsify the fats found within the stomach.
C)  The liver will stop producing bile because it won't have any place to store it.This means that they will have a decreased ability to emulsify the fats found within the small intestine.
D)  The liver will stop producing bile because it won't have any place to store it.This means that they will have a decreased ability to digest the proteins found within the small intestine.E) C) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 4

Which of the following statements about the tongue is true?

Accepted Answer

A)  The tongue mixes food with saliva and assists in swallowing.
B)  The tongue can detect taste,touch,and pressure.
C)  The tongue consists of striated muscle under voluntary control.
D)  All of the choices are correct.E) C) and D)
F) A) and D)

Question 5

The hepatic portal vein brings blood to the liver from the _______ and as the blood passes through the liver it is __________.

Accepted Answer

A)  the lungs; deoxygenated
B)  the mouth; acidified
C)  the pancreas; oxygenated
D)  the small intestine; detoxifiedE) A) and C)
F) B) and C)

Question 6

All of the following statements are true about squids EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)  squids are continuous feeders.
B)  the squid's tentacles seize its prey.
C)  the mouth has jaws that bite off pieces of prey with the help of a toothy radula.
D)  digestion occurs in the stomach and a cecum.
E)  squids are molluscs.F) A) and E)
G) A) and B)

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT a function of bile salts?

Accepted Answer

A)  act as emulsifiers
B)  needed for fat digestion
C)  aid the enzyme lipase in the digestion of fat molecules
D)  production of vitamin DE) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 8

Which of the following is considered an accessory gland in the digestive system?

Accepted Answer

A)  pharynx
B)  esophagus
C)  stomach
D)  cecum
E)  pancreasF) D) and E)
G) None of the above

Question 9

Which of the following is the best example of a healthy and balanced meal?

Accepted Answer

A)  A turkey sandwich on whole grain bread,apple and 6 oz.of skim milk.
B)  Bacon,2 eggs over easy and white toast.
C)  16 oz.sirloin steak,mash potatoes and gravy and corn on the cob with butter.
D)  A bowl of chili,topped with cheese and crackers.
E)  All of these meals are equally balanced and healthy.F) A) and C)
G) B) and E)

Question 10

Because of the tooth structure and diet,which of the following would be classified as a carnivore?

Accepted Answer

A)  human
B)  rat
C)  dolphin
D)  raccoon
E)  brown bearF) A) and E)
G) B) and E)

Question 11

All of the following statements are true about the clam's digestion EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)  the clam is a filter feeder.
B)  the clam has a single opening for the entry of food and the exit of digestive wastes.
C)  the clam is a continuous feeder.
D)  small food particles are collected on the gills and moved by cilia to the mouth.E) A) and B)
F) A) and D)

Question 12

Identify which of the following groups is composed of minerals

Accepted Answer

A)  iron,calcium,magnesium and zinc
B)  iron,magnesium,riboflavin and calcium
C)  zinc,glucose,iron and magnesium
D)  zinc,iron,calcium and NAD+
E)  calcium,magnesium,niacin and ironF) None of the above
G) C) and D)

Exam 34: Digestive Systems and Nutrition

Which of the following is NOT a function of bile salts?

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Because of the tooth structure and diet,which of the following would be classified as a carnivore?

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All of the following statements are true about the clam's digestion EXCEPT

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All of the following statements are true about squids EXCEPT

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Which of the following is the best example of a healthy and balanced meal?

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What are the potential consequences if a person has their gallbladder removed?

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The finger-like projections along the surface of the small intestines are called

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Which of the following statements concerning dietary protein is true?

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The hepatic portal vein brings blood to the liver from the _ and as the blood passes through the liver it is ____.

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Identify which of the following groups is composed of minerals

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Which of the following is considered an accessory gland in the digestive system?

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Which of the following statements about the tongue is true?

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Exam 34: Digestive Systems and Nutrition

Which of the following is NOT a function of bile salts?

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Because of the tooth structure and diet,which of the following would be classified as a carnivore?

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All of the following statements are true about the clam's digestion EXCEPT

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All of the following statements are true about squids EXCEPT

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Which of the following is the best example of a healthy and balanced meal?

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What are the potential consequences if a person has their gallbladder removed?

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The finger-like projections along the surface of the small intestines are called

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Which of the following statements concerning dietary protein is true?

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The hepatic portal vein brings blood to the liver from the _______ and as the blood passes through the liver it is __________.

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Identify which of the following groups is composed of minerals

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Which of the following is considered an accessory gland in the digestive system?

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Which of the following statements about the tongue is true?

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