The process of converting glycogen to glucose is called:
a. glucogenesis.
b. glycogenolysis.
c. glyconeogenesis.
d. gluconeogenesis.
Q. 2The production of glucose from protein, lactate, or glycerol is called:
a. glycolysis.
b. gluconeogenesis.
c. glycogenolysis.
d. glucogenesis.
Q. 3Gas formation in the colon is the result of:
a. ingesting refined foods.
b. ingesting too much water.
c. swallowing air while eating.
d. bacterial action on organic compounds.
Q. 4The valve that controls the passage of chyme from the small intestine into the cecum is called the:
a. ileocecal valve.
b. pyloric valve.
c. cardiac valve.
d. hepatic valve.
Q. 5Bacteria found in the colon are important because they:
a. synthesize important vitamins.
b. complete the process of absorption.
c. synthesize some minerals.
d. finish the process of digestion.
Q. 6The primary nutritional function of the large intestine is:
a. absorption of fats.
b. excretion of waste products.
c. excretion of bacteria.
d. absorption of water.
Q. 7Chylomicrons are:
a. formed in the hepatic system.
b. composed of triglycerides and cholesterol only.
c. absorbed in the large intestine.
d. cleared from the blood by lipoprotein lipase.
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