What is the name of the storage form of iron?

a. Ferritin
b. Transferrin
c. Ferrous iron
d. Ferric iron


Answer: a. Ferritin

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a. rooting reflex b. rooting reflex c. infant grasp d. letdown reflex e. pumping reflex

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Solid foods can generally be given to infants around six months of age. Discuss the problems associated with

starting solid foods before this age. What will be an ideal response

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In the United States, ________ deficiency is the most common nutritional deficiency.

A. magnesium                                                                  B. selenium C. calcium D. iron

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Jill encountered a specific strain of rhinovirus when she was 13, and suffered symptoms of an upper respiratory infection for about seven days. Unknown to her, Jill was again infected with the same strain of rhinovirus when she was 20, but she suffered no noticeable symptoms from the infection. Explain why.

What will be an ideal response?

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