The disaccharide lactose (milk sugar) is comprised of __________.

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


Ans: a molecule of glucose and a molecule of galactose

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Which benefit is least likely to occur as a result of breastfeeding?

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a. steatorrhea. b. loss of amino acids. c. loss of water-soluble vitamins. d. weight gain.

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Describe the primary function(s) of each of the organic nutrients

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