________ are organic compounds that the body needs for metabolic purposes but is unable to produce for itself.

a) carbohydrates
b) lipids
c) vitamins
d) proteins


Ans: c) vitamins

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Which statement best describes a cell membrane?

a. it is found only found in animal cells b. it is a non living structure c. it controls reproduction in a cell d. it controls the passage of materials into the cell

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