The purpose of beta-oxidation is to ____
A) ensure that oxidation-reduction reactions remain coupled
B) stabilize unstable molecules in the mitochondria
C) add oxygen molecules to the oxidative phosphorylation process as needed
D) remove two-carbon segments from fatty acids and convert them to acetyl CoA
D
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A) skinfold test B) waist-to-hip ratio C) body mass index D) dual energy X-ray absorptiometry
Describe how a neuron passes its message on to another neuron and how this model ensures specificity.
What will be an ideal response?
Aldosterone
A. is a pituitary hormone that decreases water excretion. B. is an enzyme in kidneys formed in response to low blood pressure. C. is an adrenal hormone that increases sodium reabsorption in the kidney. D. is a protein-calcium complex that influences enzyme activity in cells. E. is minerals deposited into bone that give strength and rigidity.
The use of ____ has virtually eliminated goiter from North America
a. enriched flour b. iodized salt c. corn oil margarine d. low fat milk