Approximately how many kcal are contained in 3 ounces of 80-proof rum?

A medical researcher is investigating the chemical and physical properties of substance that she isolated from the surface of charcoal-grilled meat. When the scientist mixes a small amount of the substance with living human cells, the chemical causes the rapid breakdown of the cells' plasma membranes. She is able to prevent this reaction by adding vitamin C to the mixture of the substance chemical and cells. Based on this information, the scientist has ________.

A. conducted an in vitro experiment under poorly controlled conditions B. determined that the chemical isolated from charcoal-grilled meat is an oxidizing agent C. discovered that vitamin C is has pro-oxidant activity during in vivo experiments D. isolated a potential treatment for cancer in charcoal-grilled meat

Which of the following defines an association between a protein and a function of zinc?

a. Thyroxine: zinc transporter b. Globulin: transports zinc into cells c. Transferrin: essential to zinc excretion d. Metallothionein: promotes zinc homeostasis

French fries are the most commonly consumed vegetable in the United States

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Sue is the mother of a two-year-old named Tara. Sue wants to protect Tara from pesticides, chemicals, and other harmful contaminants on the food she serves her daughter. She is committed to only purchasing organic foods and preparing them in a healthy manner. What recommendations would you make to Sue?While food shopping, Sue sees a label on a package of graham crackers that reads "product made

with organic ingredients." What does this mean? a. It means the graham crackers contain between 70 and 95 percent organic contents. b. It means the graham crackers contain 95 percent organic ingredients. c. It means the graham crackers contain no added preservatives but may have been irradiated. d. It means the wheat and sugar used to make the graham crackers were grown without pesticides but may contain genetically engineered products. e. It means the graham crackers contain at least 80 percent organic ingredients that were produced only in the United States.