Nutrient absorption occurs primarily in the
A) small intestine.
B) large intestine.
C) liver.
D) stomach and small intestine.
E) stomach.
A) small intestine.
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A. Metabolic acidosis B. Digestive alkalosis C. Respiratory acidosis D. Metabolic alkalosis E. Respiratory alkalosis
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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1) complaining to her boss. 2) splitting her work load with a colleague. 3) flex time. 4) having mandatory vacations.
How does aldosterone affect urine formation?
A. Increases the secretion of water by all regions of the renal tubule B. Increases the secretion of sodium and potassium ions from the nephron loop C. Increases the reabsorption of sodium and water by the distal convoluted tubule D. Decreases the reabsorption of electrolytes, glucose, and plasma proteins by the proximal convoluted tubule E. Decreases the reabsorption of sodium and chloride ions by the distal convoluted tubule