Digestion Takes Place in Specialized Compartments for All of the Following

question 31

Multiple Choice

Digestion takes place in specialized compartments for all of the following reasons except that

• A)the animal's body must be protected from its own digestive enzymes.
• B)the environment of digestion must favor the action of digestive enzymes.
• C)specialization of the sites of digestion promotes efficiency.
• D)the environment of digestion must protect the food.

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Definitions:

General Adaptation Syndrome

A model that describes the body's short-term and long-term reactions to stress, introduced by Hans Selye, consisting of three stages: alarm, resistance, and exhaustion.

Continued Exposure

Continued exposure refers to the repeated or prolonged contact with a stimulus or environment, often used as a psychological treatment method.

Stress

A physiological, psychological, or emotional element that induces stress in the body or mind, potentially contributing to the development of illnesses.

Alcohol

A psychoactive substance commonly found in beverages like beer, wine, and spirits, known for its intoxicating effects.