Which of the Following Statements Is True

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true?

• A)The pyloric sphincter controls the rate at which chyme enters the small intestine.
• B)The esophagus is the muscular valve that connects the stomach to the small intestine.
• C)The colon is the major site of nutrient absorption in the human digestive system.
• D)Lean people have a higher risk of gallstones than fat people.

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Definitions:

Peroxybenzoic Acid

An organic compound that is a peroxide derivative of benzoic acid, often used in oxidation reactions.

Cyclopentene

A cyclic alkene with a five-membered ring and one double bond, classified as a simple hydrocarbon.

Equimolar Mixture

A mixture where the components are present in equal molar quantities.

Reagents

Substances or compounds added to a system in order to bring about a chemical reaction or used to detect the presence of another substance.