[NUTR 300] Quiz 3 Chapter 3

When she sampled a spoonful of hot soup, Behka burnt the tip of her tongue. During the 24 hours that followed the injury, Bekha had difficulty detecting foods that tasted

Sweet.

Which of the following statements is true?

The pyloric sphincter controls the rate at which chyme enters the small intestine

The lining of the small intestine is covered with ___, tiny, finger-like structures that absorb nutrients from food.

Villi

Bernetta has an autoimmune disease that affects salivary glands. As a result of this condition, Bernetta

has trouble swallowing

Rose has an autoimmune disease that destroyed her salivary glands. As a result of this condition, Rose probably

uses a lot of spices and sauces to season her foods

Four-year-old Eva was born with a rare condition characterized by the lack of mucus-producing cells in her digestive tract. Based on this information, Eva probably

All of these are correct. (1) has numerous stomach ulcers (2) experiences abdominal pain after eating (3) has difficulty eliminating feces during bowel movements

Which of the following physiological changes is a result of anabolic chemical reactions?

Enlargement of muscle tissue after 3 weeks of regular exercise.

Which of the following structures normally prevents swallowed food from entering the larynx and trachae?

Epiglottis

Which of the following organs produces and secretes enzymes that are essential for proper digestion?

Pancreas

The process of digesting food begins in the

mouth.