This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer
« previous next »

Author Question: Heartburn occurs when there is improper relaxation of the ________, which allows the stomach acid to ... (Read 60 times)

Redwolflake15

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 569
on: Aug 20, 2018
Heartburn occurs when there is improper relaxation of the ________, which allows the stomach acid to move back up to the esophagus.
 
  A. pyloric sphincter
  B. ileocecal sphincter
  C. upper esophageal sphincter
  D. lower esophageal sphincter

Question 2

________ is the breaking down of food into its smallest components; ________ is the transferring of nutrients into the circulatory and lymph systems.
 
  A. Absorption; digestion
  B. Digestion; absorption
  C. Peristalsis; absorption
  D. Diarrhea; peristalsis


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

cpetit11

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 321
Reply #1 on: Aug 20, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B


Redwolflake15

  • Member
  • Posts: 569
Reply 2 on: Aug 20, 2018
Wow, this really help

EAN94

  • Member
  • Posts: 307
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

« previous next »
 

Did you know?

Russia has the highest death rate from cardiovascular disease followed by the Ukraine, Romania, Hungary, and Poland.

Did you know?

The first oncogene was discovered in 1970 and was termed SRC (pronounced "SARK").

Did you know?

More than 30% of American adults, and about 12% of children utilize health care approaches that were developed outside of conventional medicine.

Did you know?

The term bacteria was devised in the 19th century by German biologist Ferdinand Cohn. He based it on the Greek word "bakterion" meaning a small rod or staff. Cohn is considered to be the father of modern bacteriology.

Did you know?

The term pharmacology is derived from the Greek words pharmakon("claim, medicine, poison, or remedy") and logos ("study").

Acid Base Mnemonic Acid Base Mnemonic
Block Diagram of a High Concentrate Nitric Acid System for Dual-Stage Pressure Production of Nitric Block Diagram of a High Concentrate Nitric Acid System for Dual-Stage Pressure Production of Nitric
Energy radiated by substances occurs over a wide range of wavelengths. Energy radiated by substances occurs over a wide range of wavelengths.
Structure and swinging arm mechanism in the mammalian fatty acid synthase complex Structure and swinging arm mechanism in the mammalian fatty acid synthase complex
Oleic acid Oleic acid
Write a net ionic equation for the precipitation reaction that occurs. Write a net ionic equation for the precipitation reaction that occurs.
Video: Normal and abnormal blood pH

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library