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leo leo

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Peristalsis is controlled by the
 
  A) central nervous system. B) pituitary gland.
  C) hypothalamus. D) enteric nervous system.

Question 2

Which of the following is an example of the central nervous system's role in digestion?
 
  A) Swallowing a morsel of food triggers peristalsis.
  B) The aroma of grilled foods triggers salivary cells to stimulate the salivary glands.
  C) Salivary amylase begins the digestion of the carbohydrates in a turkey sandwich.
  D) Chewing a piece of mango initiates mechanical digestion.

Question 3

Which of the following is known as a hunger hormone?
 
  A) CCK B) ghrelin C) progesterone D) testosterone

Question 4

Which of the following foods or beverages is considered safe to consume when traveling to
  high-risk foreign destinations?
 
  A) ice made from tap water B) salads and lettuce
  C) coffee and tea D) refrigerated shellfish



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kingfahad97

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Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

Muchas Gracias :)

Answer to Question 3

Thank you soo much

Answer to Question 4

C





 

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