Chapter 14 Flashcards

1
Q

All of the following are found in saliva except

A

Pepsin

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2
Q

Which of the following might be true of an individual unable to synthesize and secrete

A

They would be unable to absorb adequate amounts of vitamin

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3
Q

Which of the following nutrients are digested within the small intestine

A

All of these choices

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4
Q

The region of the digestive track most responsible for absorption of nutrients is

A

The small intestine

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5
Q

Once nutrients are exorbitant to the circulatory system the next major organ they pass through is

A

Liver

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6
Q

All the following are secreted into the lumen of the digestive tract during the process

A

Hormones

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