MCAT Biology › Other Digestive Physiology
In the human body, the colon primarily absorbs __________.
Which of the following is false regarding the large intestine?
I. The majority of digestion occurs in the large intestine
II. The large intestine contains microbes that have a symbiotic relationship with humans
III. The large intestine has a lower concentration of hydrogen ions than the stomach
Which of the following is true of intestinal function?
Which of the following is not a function of the human gastrointestinal system?
Diarrhea is often caused by improper functioning of the large intestine. What is the most likely reason for diarrhea?
The vitamins include A, B, C, D, E, and K. Which vitamins are fat-soluble and which are water-soluble?
The digestive system begins in the __________.
A specific bacterium causes diarrhea in patients. Knowing this, which section of the digestive system would be most affected by the bacterium?
From where does the stimulation for gastrointestinal contraction originate?
The esophagus contains which type of muscle?