The ratio between oxygen consumption and carbon dioxide production is termed the __________

Fill in the blank with the correct word.


Answer: Respiratory quotient

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Which of the following substances is not a product of the Krebs cycle?

A. Pyruvic acid B. Carbon dioxide C. NADH D. ATP

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In a child, a vitamin D deficiency results in ________, whereas a vitamin A deficiency results in ________.

A. rickets; retardation of bone development B. pituitary dwarfism; rickets C. excess calcium absorption; osteomalacia D. soft bones; rickets

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The most prevalent ions secreted by the tubules are:

a. sodium and chloride b. sodium and hydrogen c. sodium and potassium d. chloride and potassium e. hydrogen and potassium

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