Module 2.2 - Assignments and Assessments
Digestive Basics
Assignment 1: Digestive Diagram/Biomolecule Breakdown Charts
Completion grade
Complete before class on Friday 9/12
Assignment 2:
Lactase persistence video (Please complete the following tasks on the back of your lactase lab:
1) Why do lactose intolerant people get the symptoms of bloating, pain, diarrhea from ingesting lactose? Describe the molecular action:
2) What are the three major theories as to why lactase persistence was such a larger advantage for primitive humans who had domesticated livestock?