What is glucose?
What will be an ideal response?
Glucose is a readily metabolized source of energy for muscle and other body cells. It is the only source of fuel that red blood cells can use, and it is the preferred source for the brain.
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Choose the minerals that are needed in higher quantities during pregnancy.
A. Sodium, phosphorus, and fluoride B. Calcium, chloride, and potassium C. Iron, iodine, and zinc D. There are no minerals that need to be increased during pregnancy, only some vitamins.
The extent to which the kidneys reabsorb water and sodium is controlled by
A) angtiotensin II. B) antidiuretic hormone and aldosterone. C) renin. D) ECF.
Veins that are small in diameter and carry blood from the arms and legs are the
a. central veins. b. hepatic veins. c. peripheral veins. d. portal veins.
Which group is least susceptible to iron-deficiency anemia?
a. Women of childbearing age b. Children c. Older infants d. People with low incomes e. Men 20-45 years of age