Which of the Following Is an Example of Mechanical Digestion

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of mechanical digestion in the GI tract?

• A)Chewing food up into smaller pieces in the mouth
• B)Salivary amylase breaking down starch in the mouth
• C)Pancreatic lipase breaking down fat in the small intestine
• D)Gastrin stimulating HCl production in the stomach

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Definitions:

James Marcia

A psychologist known for his work on adolescent identity development, specifically for elaborating on Erikson's stages of psychosocial development with his theory of identity statuses.

Identity Diffusion

A state in Erikson's theory of identity development where an individual has not yet formed a stable sense of self or identity, often leading to confusion and uncertainty.

Foreclosure

In developmental psychology, a state where an individual prematurely commits to values or goals without self-exploration.

Commitments

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