Biotin is tightly bound by avidin, which prevents absorption of the vitamin. Avidin is commonly found in:

a. egg whites.
b. kidney beans.
c. peanuts.
d. spinach.


a. egg whites

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

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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What is the net gain of ATP via carbohydrate metabolism?

a. 30-36 b. 28-36 c. 36-40 d. 36-38

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