The prefix "phyto" means

A) light. B) fiber. C) plant. D) photon.


C

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Deep yellow, dark green and orange fruits and vegetables are rich sources of ________.

A. essential amino acids B. gelatin C. vitamin D D. beta-carotene

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Which of the following statements is representative of vitamin supplementation practices?

a. Most people who take supplements consume a poor diet b. Most people should take supplements daily because of the great difficulty in obtaining the needed amounts from food c. People who have low energy intakes or are pregnant are at risk for developing deficiencies and may benefit from supplementation d. People should take supplements daily because nutrition surveys in the U.S. and Canada have detected deficiencies in some population groups

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Which of the following correctly characterizes lipids?

A. They are all classified as sterols. B. They contain carbon, hydrogen, and nitrogen. C. They dissolve in water. D. They do not dissolve in water.

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Which vitamin is synthesized in significant amounts by intestinal bacteria??

A) ?folate B) ?biotin C) ?cyanocobalamin D) ?pantothenic acid

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