Because the kidneys help produce vitamin D, if the kidneys fail, the absorption of what substance would be impaired?

A. Calcium
B. Sodium
C. Potassium
D. Protein


A. Calcium

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RNA codons specify the amino acids that are used to make a protein. Mark each of the following statements concerning translation true (a) or false (b)

_____ A codon specifies a maximum of one amino acid. _____ Some amino acids are specified by just one codon, whereas others are specified by multiple codons. _____ The limitations of the genetic code are such that a single amino acid may be specified by no more than four codons. _____ Because there are four RNA nucleotides and each codon is three nucleotides long, there are 64 possible codons, each of which directs the ribosome to incorporate a specific amino acid into a growing polypeptide chain.

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What will be an ideal response?

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What is the order given or written to a pharmacist by a licensed veterinarian to prepare the medicine, to affix the directions, and to sell the preparation to the client?

a. dispensatory note b. prescription c. drug order d. package insert

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The __________ __________ sphincter provides voluntary control over the voiding of urine.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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