Perspectives in Nutrition, 5/e

Gordon M. Wardlaw, Ohio State University
Margaret W. Kessel, Ohio State University

Human Physiologic Processes

Chapter 3 Nutrition Awareness Inventory

Please answer all questions


1	The process of digestion begins in the stomach.
		A)	True
		B)	False


2	Nutrients that are absorbed directly into the bloodstream from the digestive tract go immediately to the liver.
		A)	True
		B)	False


3	Mitochondria supply most of the energy for cell use.
		A)	True
		B)	False


4	Mucus kills most bacteria that enter the stomach.
		A)	True
		B)	False


5	The colon is another name for the large intestine.
		A)	True
		B)	False


6	Fruit and meat will not be digested fully if they are eaten together.
		A)	True
		B)	False


7	Many stomach enzymes work less efficiently in the small intestine.
		A)	True
		B)	False


8	The interior lining of the small intestine is protected from ulcer development by a thick layer of mucus.
		A)	True
		B)	False


9	Bile is required if the fats within the digestive tract are to be fully digested.
		A)	True
		B)	False


10	The liver, gallbladder, and pancreas are all organs through which foods must pass during digestion.
		A)	True
		B)	False


11	A significant portion of the nutrients we consume is absorbed in the large intestine.
		A)	True
		B)	False


12	The absorption of glucose requires energy, whereas fat absorption does not.
		A)	True
		B)	False


13	Peristalsis involves coordinated muscle action.
		A)	True
		B)	False


14	Malabsorption of some foods results in gas production by bacteria in the large intestine.
		A)	True
		B)	False


15	Many organ systems participate in the digestion and absorption process.
		A)	True
		B)	False

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