The essential amino acid that is missing or present in the smallest amount in an incomplete protein is called the ___ of that protein.

a. Minimal Factor
b. Incomplete Factor
c. Semiessential Factor
d. Limiting Factor


Ans: d. Limiting Factor

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A. 15 to 25 B. no more than 5 C. 10 to 15 D. 20 to 35

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Water-soluble nutrients enter into the body by way of

What will be an ideal response?

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How can lactate be recycled and "reused" as an energy source in the body?

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What is the Tolerable Upper Intake Level for calcium for adults younger than 50?

A) 2,000 mg B) 2,500 mg C) 3,000 mg D) Not yet established

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