Which cellular organelles are responsible for converting the energy in glucose, fatty acids, and amino acids into ATP, a form of energy that the cells can use?
a. Peroxisomes
b. Lysosomes
c. Mitochondria
d. Ribosomes
c
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A. underweight. B. normal weight. C. overweight. D. dieting.
All of the following explain why female athletes are at increased risk of developing osteoporosis EXCEPT:
A. low levels of female sex hormones increase bone loss B. prolonged amenorrhea will not affect bone loss C. female sex hormone production decreases as body fat declines D. inadequate energy intake decreases body fat
Altering the environment to minimize the stimuli for eating is called
A. cognitive restructuring. B. contingency management. C. chain-breaking. D. stimulus control.
A 42 year-old woman works as a waitress in a busy restaurant 5-6 days/week. What activity level is most appropriate?
a. 1.4-1.5 b. 1.8-1.9 c. 1.2 d. 1.6-1.7