What is a function of hydrochloric acid in the stomach?

a. Absorbs water b. Inhibits peristalsis
c. Neutralizes the food mass d. Creates an optimum acidity


d

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When the diet is lacking in the amino acids lysine and threonine, ____.?

A) ?proteins will be made without one amino acid B) ?the body will synthesize them C) ?protein synthesis will be limited D) ?another amino acid will be substituted so that synthesis is uninterrupted

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Proteins the body makes to combat allergens are called:

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Which of the following is NOT considered to be a source of high-quality protein in human nutrition?

a. Soy b. Egg c. Corn d. Fish

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Muscles use all of the following for energy EXCEPT:

a. phytochemicals. b. amino acids. c. glucose. d. fats.

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