Collagen makes up about half of the total body protein by weight
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
True
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Some research suggests that consuming too much __________ may lead to osteoporosis.
a. vitamin E b. vitamin A c. vitamin D d. vitamin K
What term is used to describe cancerous growths?
a. Benign b. Malicious c. Fibrous d. Malignant
What happens if the diet is lacking an essential amino acid? a. The body cells will synthesize it
b. Proteins will be made but they will lack that particular amino acid. c. Protein synthesis will be halted. d. Another amino acid will be substituted for the missing one. e. The partially built protein will become an immediate source of energy.
A nutrient needed by the body and that must be supplied by foods is termed a(n)
a. neutraceutical. b. metabolic unit. c. organic nutrient. d. essential nutrient.