What causes the gastroesophageal sphincter to open to allow food to enter the stomach?
A) the arrival of the peristaltic wave at the stomach
B) the relaxation of the gastroesophageal sphincter associated with chewing of food
C) activity of the tongue in swallowing
D) the pressure of food against the gastroesophageal sphincter
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Q12: The pancreas produces this protein- digesting enzyme.
A)trypsin
B)dipeptidase
C)pepsin
Q13: Digestive enzymes _.
A)are produced only within the
Q14: Amylase and starch are mixed and placed
Q15: Peristaltic waves occur in all of the
Q16: Which type of movement in the GI
Q17: Which of the following enzymes digests carbohydrates?
A)sucrase
B)amylase
C)lactase
D)amylase,
Q18: The digestive enzymes tested in the laboratory
Q20: This protein- digesting enzyme works optimally at
Q21: This fat- digesting enzyme does the major
Q22: Bile_ .
A)emulsifies fat, keeping tiny fat droplets
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