Discuss the specific functions of microorganisms in the gut.

Discuss the specific functions of microorganisms in the gut.

Q. 2

What was most likely the cause of Sean's ulcer?
 a. anxiety over his upcoming midterm exams
  b. intake of fatty foods
 c. Helicobacter pylori bacterial infection
 d. intake of spicy foods
 e. overeating

Q. 3

A couple of weeks later Sean has a doctor's appointment where his doctor discovers he has a stomach ulcer. What would the most likely treatment for the ulcer?
 a. a beverage that contains electrolytes
  b. relaxation exercises
 c. adding soluble fibers to his diet
 d. increased physical activity
 e. antibiotics

Q. 4

The burning sensation that Sean is feeling is his chest is most likely a symptom of which digestive disorder?
 a. lactose intolerance
 b. irritable bowel syndrome
  c. ulcers
 d. heartburn
 e. constipation

Q. 5

What is most likely the cause Sean's diarrhea?
 a. sugar
 b. contaminated food
  c. alcohol
 d. intake of fatty food
  e. stress

Q. 6

The enzyme that breaks down the fat in the brownie is produced in the _____.
 a. stomach
 b. small intestine
  c. pancreas
 d. gallbladder
 e. liver

Q. 7

Ingestion of _____ may lead to gas formation by bacteria that produce gas as a waste product of carbohydrate digestion?
 a. lactose and aspartame
  b. fructose and sorbitol
 c. glucose and saccharin
  d. maltose and mannitol
  e. sucrose and isomalt