Discussion Post
Textbook: Biology, The unity and Diversity of Life, Starr and Taggart, 15th edition
After reading chapters 38 & 39: Respiratory & Digestive System and reviewing the accompanying lecture power point slides, respond to any three of the questions below and formulate a well-written and detailed answers for your post. Answers should be in the range of 100 - 150 words. Short incomplete sentence responses will not earn full points. I also look for quality (accuracy, originality, and analysis with opinions and examples and specific page references in textbook) within your answers. Responses to Instructor's discussion board questions after the due date will not be accepted for grades.
This questions are:
• List the major types of human nutrients and provide examples of foods that are good sources of each nutrient type. Describe the location(s) in the digestive tract where each of the major types of nutrients is broken down and what the final molecules (monomer) results from the digestion of Carbohydrates, proteins and lipids.
• List and describe some key diseases and abnormalities of the human digestive tract..
• List all the major components of the human digestive tract, from the mouth to the anus, and state one key specific functions or role played by each.
• List all the major components of the human respiratory system and the specific role or function performed by each.
• How are the functions of the lungs and the heart interdependent?
• Describe the key diseases and abnormalities of the upper and lower respiratory system of humans.
The response must include a reference list. Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.