Question

1. gas trouble? take our supplement when consuming foods rich in complex carbohydrates to prevent the discomfort of intestinal gas. some foods that are rich in complex carbohydrates can be difficult to digest. gas often forms as the foods are slowly digested by bacteria in the large intestine. the advertisement is for a nutritional supplement that prevents intestinal gas. which of the following represents evidence that could be used to support the claims about this product? a) consuming enzymes specific for carbohydrate digestion helps the body digest complex carbohydrates more quickly in the stomach and small intestine. b) some nutritional supplements add beneficial bacteria to a persons diet. these bacteria populate the stomach and prevent carbohydrate digestion. c) complex carbohydrates are found in vegetables and grains, which are good sources of fiber, vitamins, antioxidants, and minerals. vegetables and grains are known to reduce the risk of heart disease. d) some nutritional supplements provide vitamins and minerals that are missing from a persons diet. these types of nutritional supplements contain important nutrients that reduce the risk of malnutrition. 5. the diagram represents one way an enzyme can be inhibited. which statement explains the effect of an inhibitor on an enzyme? a) the enzyme will likely be attacked by immune cells b) the enzyme will be unable to produce more enzymes c) a substrate will be able to bond with the enzyme d) a substrate will be unable to attach to the enzyme

Explanation:

For question 4, the supplement claims to prevent intestinal gas by helping digest complex carbohydrates. Option a supports this as it mentions enzymes for carbohydrate digestion helping in the stomach and small - intestine, reducing gas formation in the large intestine. For question 5, an inhibitor binds to the enzyme, blocking the active site, so the substrate cannot attach to the enzyme as shown in the diagram.

Answer:

1. a) Consuming enzymes specific for carbohydrate digestion helps the body digest complex carbohydrates more quickly in the stomach and small intestine.
2. d) a substrate will be unable to attach to the enzyme