When alkalosis occurs, the kidneys will respond by:
a. reducing the amount of HCO3 reabsorbed.
b. increasing the amount of HCO3 reabsorbed.
c. reducing the amount of hydrocarbonate.
d. excreting inadequate amounts of calcium.
a
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Why is niacin deficiency associated with the consumption of corn-based diet?
a. Corn contains an ingredient that destroys the niacin. b. The niacin in corn is bound, decreasing its absorption. c. The pancreas does not secrete enough enzymes to digest the niacin found in corn. d. The tryptophan that is required for niacin absorption is not available in corn.
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A) syphilis B) genital herpes C) genital warts D) gonorrhea
What are the characteristics of a fit individual?
a) Endurance, strength, flexibility, free from disease. b) Endurance, strength, flexibility, body weight. c) Endurance, strength, flexibility, physical stature. d) Endurance, strength, flexibility, body composition.