Practice - Chemical Barriers
Practice Questions
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What is a key function of stomach acid?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens when you eat.
Name one chemical barrier in the human body.
💡 Hint: Consider where enzymes are found in the body.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the primary function of stomach acid?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens to bacteria that enter the stomach.
True or False: Lysozymes can destroy all pathogens.
💡 Hint: Consider the variety of pathogens that exist.
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Challenge Problems
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Evaluate how the properties of stomach acid contribute to its effectiveness as a chemical barrier in preventing gastrointestinal infections. Incorporate specific examples.
💡 Hint: Consider the conditions that sustain bacterial life.
Discuss the role of lysozymes in physical versus chemical barriers. Why are they categorized under chemical barriers?
💡 Hint: Reflect on the differences between blocking entry and breaking down pathogens.
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