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Questions tagged 'digestion'

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Emery Toy

Feb 10, 2025

the simple stomach differs from the esophagus because it?

The simple stomach differs from the esophagus due to the following reasons: A) It has cells that possess microvilli. B) It contains a third layer in the muscularis called the oblique muscle layer....

Can our stomach digest fingernails?

I've been a nail biter for as long as I can remember, and I often worry about any negative effects this habit may have on my body. I recently watched a clip from Ripley's about an Indian girl who had...

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Anonymous

Jan 17, 2025

Cattle depend on microorganisms in their digestive tract to digest the cellulose in their diets. the cattle and the microorganisms

Cattle rely on microorganisms in their digestive tract to breakdown cellulose in their diets. The relationship between the cattle and these microorganisms can be characterized as: a. carnivores b. mut...

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Anonymous

Dec 29, 2024

Which statement best describes peristalsis?

Which statement best describes peristalsis? Peristalsis is an involuntary, one-way movement. It functions to propel food along the digestive tract. Peristalsis does not break down carbohydrates in the...

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Anonymous

Dec 26, 2024

Why is there Red Corn in Stool?

I know this might be more than some people want to know, but I'm honestly a little freaked out by this. I ate corn with my dinner for the past two nights, and since then, I have had three bowel moveme...

When we ingest large molecules such as lipids, carbohydrates, and proteins, they must undergo catabolic reactions whereby enzymes

When we ingest large molecules such as lipids, carbohydrates, and proteins, they must undergo catabolic reactions facilitated by enzymes. This process involves the secretion of enzymes, hormones, and...

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Anonymous

Nov 11, 2024

Why do apples make you (or me in this case) burp?

I've noticed that whenever I eat apples, I tend to burp quite a bit, and my friend experiences the same thing. We're curious about why this happens, but we haven't been able to find any answers. Does...

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Anonymous

Oct 10, 2024

Why does my digestive system have a sensitivity to raw broccoli?

I have noticed that whenever I eat raw broccoli, I experience prolonged burping for several hours afterward. Can anyone explain why my digestive system seems to be sensitive to raw broccoli? Are there...