Describe the difference between an antigen and an immunogen
An antigen is a substance that is bound by an antibody. The key difference between an antigen and an immunogen is that the immunogen is an antigen that is capable of inducing an immune response because it is foreign to the host.
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A. become part of body structures. B. be degraded by the body. C. provide energy. D. be destroyed during cooking.
Alcohol _____
a. is a nutrient b. promotes maintenance and repair in the body c. is not metabolized into energy d. contributes to body fat e. is a kind of phytochemical
Which of the following is true about protein intake during pregnancy?
A. The RDA for protein increases by about 25 grams per day over that for the nonpregnant state. B. Women probably do not get enough protein in typical diets to meet their total needs for pregnancy. C. The RDA for protein increases by about 10 to 15 grams per day. D. The RDA for protein increases by about 5 to 10 grams per day.
What is the recommended amount of dietary cholesterol for youth?
a. ?100 mg/day b. ?250 mg/day c. ?300 mg/day d. ?500 mg/day e. There is no recommendation for this age group.