Which of the Following Alternative Sweeteners Is Derived from a Plant

question 29

Multiple Choice

Which of the following alternative sweeteners is derived from a plant native to South America?

• A)xylitol
• B)saccharin
• C)aspartame
• D)stevia

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Definitions:

Colon

A part of the large intestine that absorbs water and salts from food and plays a crucial role in the digestive system.

Mastication

The process of chewing food in preparation for swallowing and digestion.

Hepatic Flexure

The hepatic flexure is the bend in the colon near the liver, marking the transition from the ascending colon to the transverse colon.

Colon

The largest part of the large intestine, responsible for absorbing water and electrolytes from digested foods and forming stool.