The primary function of the large intestine is to:
a. inhibit gastric emptying and post-prandial glucagon release
b. provide a site for reabsorption of water, electrolytes, and some vitamins.
c. stimulate acid secretion and pancreatic HCO3 secretion.
d. provide enzymatic digestion before defecation.
e. provide sodium, iron, and water for chyme production.
b
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A) % AMDRs. B) MyPlate. C) grams carbohydrate, protein, and fat and total Calories. D) nutrient density. E) a 2000-Calorie diet.
For obese children, experts generally recommend
A. bariatric surgery. B. early diabetes and cholesterol screening. C. severe caloric restriction. D. limiting physical activity to avoid stressing the joints.
Cells are able to synthesize thousands of different proteins due to the ____
A) ?unlimited availability of essential amino acids B) ?number of different amino acids C) ?availability of amino acids containing sulfur D) ?availability of amino acids containing hydroxyl groups
The study of drugs, their properties, and their effects is known as:
a. pharmacology. b. pharmacokinetics. c. pharmacotherapy. d. pharmacodynamics.