List five categories of the functions of proteins in humans
a) Facilitating the communication among tissues and organs
b) Protecting the body from physical danger and infection
c) Regulating how fluids are distributed in the body
d) Regulating how acidic or basic the body fluids are
e) Providing sources of glucose and energy
f) Regulating protein breakdown
g) Participating in cell signaling
h) Serving as messengers in the nervous system
i) Stimulating or inhibiting the activity of enzymes
j) Providing nitrogen for the synthesis of DNA and RNA
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An organic substance contains the elements carbon and hydrogen
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
The antifungal agent ketoconazole is absorbed better
a. with meals. b. on an empty stomach. c. immediately upon awakening. d. just prior to bed.
Match the short phrase or term with the associated short phrase or term. Choose the best answer. You may use some answers more than once or not at all
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