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penguins

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What is the primary means for degradation of soluble fibers in the large intestines?
 
  a. bacterial enzymes
  b. pancreatic amylase
  c. peristaltic segmentation
  d. villus brush border hydrolases
  e. polysaccharide amylase

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Which statement is true of resistant starch?
 
  a. It is common in overripe bananas.
  b. It promotes constipation if taken in excessive amounts.
  c. It resists hydrolysis by digestive enzymes.
  d. It cannot be fermented by large intestinal bacteria.
  e. It is destroyed by cooking and then chilling foods.


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Zack0mack0101@yahoo.com

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Reply #1 on: Aug 20, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C


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Reply 2 on: Aug 20, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Gracias!

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