The hormone that breaks down liver glycogen to glucose during fasting or sleep is:
a. thyroxine.
b. glucagon.
c. cortisone.
d. insulin.
B
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A) ?amino acids B) ?fat fragments C) ?nucleic acids D) ?monosaccharides
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A. intracellular B. transcellular C. extracellular D. pericardial E. ascites
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A. Beef steak B. Grilled salmon C. Roast turkey D. Brown rice
Who should be concerned about dehydration?
A. The athlete participating in a vigorous sport B. The child who is ill with fever or diarrhea C. The elderly man hospitalized for a broken hip D. The traveler on a long airplane flight E. All of these choices are accurate.