Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)
1. A buffer is a chemical that helps prevent a sudden change in pH.
2. The word “carbohydrate” literally means “sugar.”
3. Both sucrose and lactose are monosaccharides.
4. Glucose is used by the body as a source of energy.
5. Both sucrose and lactose are disaccharides.
1. TRUE
2. FALSE
3. FALSE
4. TRUE
5. TRUE
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Interleukin-6
a. functions as an endogenous pyrogen. b. stimulates the release of prostaglandins within the hypothalamus. c. decreases plasma iron concentrations d. two of these. e. all of these.
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a. defecation b. mass movements c. pendular movements d. segmentation
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A) lingual and gingival B) lingual and glossal C) lingual only D) gingival and glossal