The name of the process in which green plants use the sun’s energy to make carbohydrates from carbon dioxide and water is ______.

a. gluconeogenesis
b. photosynthesis
c. metabolism
d. oxidation
e. Electron transport


Answer: B

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Kati is a 27-year-old Caucasian who works as a bank teller. She is 5'3" tall and weighs 102 pounds. She began experiencing recurrent gastrointestinal disturbances such as diarrhea, steatorrhea, and flatulence several months ago. She made an appointment with her physician after noticing that she was losing weight. Laboratory tests confirmed a diagnosis of celiac disease.Kati will require nutrition

education aimed at eliminating gluten from her diet. The dietitian will teach Kati to _____. a. avoid all cereal and grain products b. substitute whole-wheat flour for enriched wheat flour when cooking c. check ingredient lists on food labels carefully d. avoid all milk and milk products e. avoid fish and poultry

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The vast majority of fat digestion and absorption occurs in the

A. stomach. B. liver. C. small intestine. D. large intestine.

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People with diabetes never develop hypoglycemia

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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On average, a woman is considered obese if she has over _____% body fat

a. 5 b. 25 c. 33 d. 45

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