No digestion takes place in the esophagus.
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Q. 2Chemical digestion of fiber begins in the mouth.
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Q. 3The digestive system is made up of the gastrointestinal (GI) tractalso called the digestive tractand the liver, pancreas, and gallbladder.
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Q. 4The small intestine, while smaller in diameter than the large intestine, is approximately the same length as the large intestine.
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Q. 5Essential nutrients are synthesized by the body in amounts sufficient to meet physiological needs.
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Q. 6To maintain a healthy digestive system, it is essential to have a bowel movement daily.
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Q. 7Lactose intolerance is uncommon in most of the world and exists only among a few populations.
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Q. 8Nearly all of our metabolism and physiology are the same as that of our ancestors who lived more than 10,000 years ago.
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Q. 9Humans are the only free-living primates that consume cereal grains.
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Quick Reply
