What mechanism of nutrient transport across the placenta utilizes energy (from ATP) and cell membrane receptors?

a. passive diffusion
b. facilitated diffusion
c. active transport
d. pinocytosis
e. endocytosis


c

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a. "I need to restrict my carbohydrate intake and avoid concentrated sweets." b. "I need to severely limit my fat intake and choose only complex carbohydrates." c. "I need to eat about the same amount of carbohydrate at about the same time each day." d. "I need to restrict my carbohydrate and fat intakes, but increase my protein intake."

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Majority American values emphasize ________ and control over fate

a. formality b. individuality c. hierarchy or status d. spiritualism e. idealism

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Potatoes are a good food source for _____

A) lactose B) glycogen C) monosaccharides D) complex carbohydrates

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Nutrient supplements known as "green pills" often contain ____.?

A) ?mostly food coloring B) ?high-potency vitamin C C) ?dehydrated alfalfa and parsley D) ?dried extracts of spoiled meats

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