The first line of defense against microorganism invasion is the host's:
a. skin.
b. respiratory system.
c. white blood cells.
d. lymphatic system.
a
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A. pineal gland B. pituitary gland C. posterior cerebrum D. pons E. medulla
What best characterizes a macrobiotic diet?
a. It excludes all hot and salty foods. b. It permits inclusion of many non-organic foods. c. It represents a way of life rather than just a way of eating. d. It emphasizes abundant amounts of fish, fruits, nuts, and seeds. e. It is based on seasonally-available fruits, vegetables, grains, and game meats and fish.
Glycogen in is broken down and released into blood when blood glucose is low.
a. the liver b. the liver and muscle c. the small intestine d. muscle
In what way are water-soluble vitamins absorbed??
A) ?directly into the lymphatic system B) ?into the portal blood C) ?attached to proteins in the large intestine D) ?through the stomach wall into capillaries