Match the term with its correction definition.
-Small rounded mass of masticated food
A)Bolus
B)Chyme
C)Peristalsis
D)Ulcer
E)Jaundice
F)Diarrhea

Question

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Bolus is a small rounded mass of masticated food that is ready to be swallowed.

Answer: D 
 An ulcer is a sore or lesion that forms in the lining of the digestive tract.

Answer: F 
 Diarrhea is a condition characterized by loose, watery stools and an increased frequency of bowel movements.

The other three terms are:
B) Chyme: The partially digested food mixture that moves from the stomach into the small intestine.
C) Peristalsis: The involuntary contraction and relaxation of muscles in the digestive tract that helps to move food through the system.
E) Jaundice: A yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes caused by a buildup of bilirubin in the blood.

Match the Term with Its Correction Definition