Which of the Following Does NOT Occur in the Acidic

question 60

Multiple Choice

Which of the following does NOT occur in the acidic conditions of the stomach?

• A) pancreatic enzymes working effectively to digest carbohydrates, fats, and proteins
• B) protection of the human body from bacteria in food
• C) denaturing of protein to allow its breakdown and absorption
• D) activation of pepsin

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Definitions:

Respiratory Membrane

The respiratory membrane is the barrier through which gas exchange occurs between the air in the lungs and the blood in the capillaries.

Diffusion

The movement of molecules from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration, a fundamental process in physics and biology.

Alveolar Ventilation Rate

The rate at which air moves in and out of the alveoli, the tiny air sacs in the lungs, crucial for gas exchange.

Minute Respiratory Volume

The total volume of air breathed in and out by a person at rest in one minute, important in assessing respiratory health.