What organ functions as the chief regulator of the body's acid-base balance by controlling the bicarbonate concentration?

a. Skin b. Liver
c. Kidneys d. Stomach


c

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In North America, iron-deficiency anemia would be least likely in a

A. 3-year-old boy who is a picky eater. B. 12-year-old girl who is having a growth spurt. C. 9-month-old baby boy who has recently started eating solid foods. D. 55-year-old postmenopausal woman.

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Which of the following foods is least likely to be genetically modified?

A) Soybean B) Corn C) Processed breakfast cereal D) Organic tomatoes

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Nutrient recommendations for pregnant women are often higher. For which of the following nutrients are diet and existing stores insufficient resulting in supplement recommendations?

1.Fiber 2.Vitamin B12 3.Iron 4.Zinc 5.Vitamin C

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An essential nutrient

A. has antioxidant activity in your body. B. is only in foods from animal sources. C. is made by your body. D. must be supplied by your diet.

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