Monocytes and macrophages are highly specialized cells that ingest and destroy bacteria, aged cells, and neoplastic cells in a process called _____.

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


phagocytosis

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An often fatal foodborne illness caused by the ingestion of foods containing a bacteria that grow without oxygen is ________.

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

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Which of the following is an environmental factor influencing the weight of Americans?

a. Little access to fresh vegetables b. Lack of FDA guidelines c. Lack of nutritional information on food products d. Easy access to a variety of foods

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In skeletal muscle, hypercortisolism may lead to ____.?

A) ?enlargement of muscle fibers B) ?reduction in the size of muscle fibers C) ?increased contractile strength of muscle fibers D) ?increased healing capability

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Which of the following is NOT a feature of nonprescription weight-loss products?

a. Few are effective b. Many are shown to be dangerous c. By law, all of them must explain the risks associated with their plans d. They lead to physical, metabolic, and psychosocial problems in their customers

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