Transmission of nerve impulses relies on the concentrations of ________ in the neuron.

A. sodium and potassium
B. cholesterol
C. B vitamins
D. calcium and magnesium


Answer: A

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A) have improved mental performance. B) have better problem-solving skills than children who eat breakfast. C) are better able to maintain a healthy body weight than children who eat breakfast. D) are more likely to be obese than children who eat breakfast.

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When excessive amounts of alcohol are consumed, which system oxidizes the excess alcohol?

A. microsomal ethanol oxidizing system B. beta oxidizing system C. mitochondrial oxidizing system D. alcohol oxidizing system

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Which of these messages is best for motivating adolescents to eat a healthy diet?

a. "Eating well will give you energy for sports or social activities.". b. "Eat what you don't like because it's good for you.". c. "Eating well may prevent heart disease in the long term.". d. "Eat well now so you won't be frail or disabled when you are old.".

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Organic compounds that regulate body processes and contribute to cell and body structure are:

What will be an ideal response?

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