Vertebrate anatomy and physiology i UE Past Papers Questions.

Chemical digestion occurs in

1. Oral cavity
2. Esophagus
3. Stomach
4. a and c

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Which of the following is not true of saliva

1. It cleanses the mouth
2. It typically contains the IgE antibodies
3. It moistens food and aids in compaction of the bolus
4. It dissolves food chemicals

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Increasing the surface area of its mucosal lining enhances the absorptive effectiveness of the small intestine. Which of the following accomplishes this task?

1. Plicae ciculares
2. Intestinal villi
3. Microvilli
4. All of the above

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Which of the following animals are considered ruminants?

1. Cow
2. Horse
3. Dog
4. All the above

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What compartment is considered the first stomach of the ruminants?

1. Rumen
2. Reticulum
3. Omasum
4. Abomasum

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