Human Biology: Concepts and Current Issues (8th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134042435
Author: Michael D. Johnson
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 14, Problem 2CR
Summary Introduction
To review:
The five basic processes associated with carrying out the function of the GI (gastrointestinal tract) tract.
Introduction:
The GI tract is also known as the digestive tract. It is an organ system comprising of a number of organs, which help in the digestion and absorption of nutrients and energy. It also expels the waste that is left after digestion and absorption as the fecal matter. The GI tract consists of a sequence of hollow organs, which extend from the mouth to the anus.
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Chapter 14 Solutions
Human Biology: Concepts and Current Issues (8th Edition)
Ch. 14 - Do you buy organic foods or conventional foods...Ch. 14 - If you were concerned about the possible harm...Ch. 14 - Describe the organs of the GI tract including the...Ch. 14 - Prob. 2CRCh. 14 - Prob. 3CRCh. 14 - Prob. 4CRCh. 14 - Indicate how many teeth adult humans have.Ch. 14 - Prob. 6CRCh. 14 - Prob. 7CRCh. 14 - Rank the major nutrient groups (carbohydrates,...
Ch. 14 - Prob. 9CRCh. 14 - Prob. 10CRCh. 14 - Which of the GI tract tissue layers is most...Ch. 14 - All of the following are secreted into the lumen...Ch. 14 - All of the following are found in saliva except:...Ch. 14 - Which of the following might be true of an...Ch. 14 -
5. Which of the following nutrients are digested...Ch. 14 - The region of the digestive tract most responsible...Ch. 14 -
7. Which of the following lists structures in...Ch. 14 -
8. What do the enzymes pepsin, chymotrypsin,...Ch. 14 -
9. Once nutrients are absorbed into the...Ch. 14 - Prob. 10TYCh. 14 - Prob. 11TYCh. 14 - Prob. 12TYCh. 14 - Prob. 13TYCh. 14 - Prob. 14TYCh. 14 - Which of the following is associated with celiac...Ch. 14 - Prob. 1AWKCh. 14 - Prob. 2AWKCh. 14 - Prob. 3AWKCh. 14 - Prob. 4AWKCh. 14 - Prob. 5AWKCh. 14 - Prob. 6AWKCh. 14 - Prob. 7AWK
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