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Salivary amylase beings the digestion of which nutrient in the mouth?
 
  A) protein B) iron C) fat D) carbohydrate

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Where in your body does the majority of the digestion and absorption of food occur?
 
  A) mouth B) stomach
  C) large intestine D) small intestine

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The chemical environment of the stomach is
 
  A) nearly neutral. B) strongly alkaline.
  C) slightly basic. D) very acidic.

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When the stomach is full, it can expand to hold approximately
 
  A) 1 gallon of food or water. B) 4 cups of food or water.
  C) 2 cups of food or water. D) 1/2 gallon of food or water.

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The primary function of mucus in the stomach is to
 
  A) protect the stomach cells from gastric juices (e.g., HCl).
  B) emulsify fats.
  C) activate pepsinogen to pepsin.
  D) neutralize stomach acid.
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This helps so much, thank you for responding so quickly...
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No worries, I was online and bored Grinning Face with Smiling Eyes
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