Which of the carotenoid pigments has the greatest provitamin A activity?

A) ?alpha-carotene
B) ?beta-carotene
C) ?gamma-carotene
D) ?delta-carotene


B

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The diet that has shown some promise in reducing the risk of progression to advanced macular degeneration is the ____ diet.?

A) ?Paleo B) ?Mediterranean C) ?Atkins D) ?gluten-free

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Ronald has an inherited metabolic defect in which his cells have difficulty processing homocysteine to methionine. His physician may recommend vitamin ________ supplements to help Ronald's body metabolize homocysteine.

A. C B. D C. A D. B-6

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The number of kilocalories (kcalories or kcal) provided by 35 g of fat is:

a. 140. b. 245. c. 315. d. 360.

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About how many protein-coding genes are in the human genome?

a. 5,000 b. 10,000 c. 20,000 d. 40,000 e. 80,000

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