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The mammalian trachea and esophagus both connect to the

(A) pharynx.

(B) stomach.

(C) large intestine.

(D) rectum.

Explain why a proton pump inhibitor, such as the drug Prilosec, can relieve the symptoms of acid reflux.

Thinking about our nutritional needs and feeding behavior, propose an evolutionary explanation for why amylase, unlike other digestive enzymes, is secreted into the mouth.

Predict what would happen if you mixed gastric juice with crushed food in a test tube.

Which of the following organs is incorrectly paired with its function?

(A) stomach鈥攑rotein digestion

(B) large intestine鈥攂ile production

(C) small intestine鈥攏utrient absorption

(D) pancreas鈥攅nzyme production

What are two advantages of a longer alimentary canal for processing plant material that is difficult to digest?

What features of a mammal鈥檚 digestive system make it an attractive habitat for mutualistic microorganisms?

鈥淟actose-intolerant鈥� people have a shortage of lactase, the enzyme that breaks down lactose in milk. As a result, they sometimes develop cramps, bloating, or diarrhea after consuming dairy products. Suppose such a person ate yogurt that contains bacteria that produce lactase. Why would eating yogurt likely provide at best only temporary relief of the symptoms?

Which of the following is not a major activity of the stomach?

(A) storage

(B) HCl production

(C) nutrient absorption

(D) enzyme secretion

Explain how people can become obese even if their intake of dietary fat is relatively low compared with carbohydrate intake.