Which is not a factor that may affect the rate of absorption of certain medications with age?
A. Slowing peristalsis
B. Loss of power in mastication
C. Thinning of the stomach lining
D. Slowing of the exit of chyme from the stomach
Answer: B
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
The process of glycolysis and the citric acid cycle:
a. both require oxygen b. both occur in the mitochondria c. are involved in carbohydrate anabolism d. none of the above
Skin, ears, and kidneys are examples of _____________.
A) organ systems B) tissues C) cells D) organs
Which of the following statements accurately describes the solutes within a solution?
A. Solutes are greater than 1 millimeter in size, and will settle out of solution if the mixture is left standing. B. Solutes are between 1 nanometer and 1 millimeter in size; they do not scatter light but will settle out of solution if left standing. C. The solutes are not visible, do not scatter light, and do not settle if the solution is left standing. D. Water is the universal solute, and solutes are more abundant in solutions than solvents are.