The first step in using amino acids as fuel is to ________ them.

A. digest
B. transaminate
C. synthesize
D. aminate
E. deaminate


Answer: E

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Enzymes are necessary for digestion; ________ is produced to break down fats.

A. nuclease B. lipase C. carbohydrase D. maltase

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Which of the following enzymes would be most active in the presence of a high concentrations of protein fragments?

A. amylase B. lipase C. trypsin D. dextrinase

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The ________ receives urine from several nephrons and empties it into the renal pelvis.

A. distal convoluted tubule B. urinary bladder C. collecting duct D. ureter

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