BIOL&211 - Chapter 41 Review

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What is the function of salivary amylase?

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Salivary amylase functions to digest carbohydrates.

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True or False: The large intestine is where digestion of food is completed and also where vitamin K is synthesized.

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False

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What is the primary function of the alimentary canal in digestion?

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To digest and absorb nutrients.

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What is a consequence of protein deficiency in animals?

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Muscle wasting.

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What is the primary function of chemical energy from an animal's diet?

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To power living processes through ATP.

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Define digestion.

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Digestion is the process of breaking down food into smaller components that can be absorbed by the body.

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What role do enzymes play in digestion?

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Enzymes catalyze biochemical reactions that break down food into absorbable nutrients.

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What is the difference between mechanical and chemical digestion?

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Mechanical digestion involves physical breakdown of food, while chemical digestion involves enzymatic breakdown.

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What is the role of the large intestine in the digestive system?

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The large intestine absorbs water and electrolytes, and compacts waste for excretion.

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What are essential nutrients?

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Essential nutrients are nutrients that the body cannot synthesize and must be obtained from the diet.