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londonang

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Is it correct to say that humans do not digest fiber? Discuss.

Question 2

Carrier-mediated transport that requires energy is an example of
 
 A. an active transport mechanism.
  B. a passive transport mechanism.
  C. facilitated transport.
  D. simple diffusion.


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Missbam101

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

That is correct. Humans do not possess the appropriate
digestive enzymes to break the types of chemical bond
found in fiber. Interestingly, bacteria in the large intestine
can and do break down dietary fiber. Thus, although
humans cannot digest fiber, some bacteria that reside in
humans can.

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londonang

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Reply 2 on: Aug 20, 2018
Excellent

amynguyen1221

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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