The primary buffer in extracellular fluid (ECF) is the _______________ buffer system.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


bicarbonate–carbonic acid

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What will be an ideal response?

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Absorption of food proteins takes place primarily in the ____

A) stomach and jejunum B) jejunum and ileum C) ileum and colon D) colon and rectum

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A vitamin B12 deficiency caused by the lack of intrinsic factor is known as:

1.Osteomalacia 2.Pernicious anemia 3.Osteoporosis 4.Sickle cell anemia 5.Rickets

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Immediately after sugars are absorbed into the blood, they travel to the

A. kidney. B. liver. C. heart. D. pancreas.

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