Which nutrient class supplies glucose as the major source of energy for the body?
A) lipids B) carbohydrates C) vitamins D) proteins
B
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Lack of the enzyme phenylalanine hydroxylase diminishes the conversion of _____ to _____.
A. fatty acids; tyrosine B. glucose; phenylalanine C. phenylalanine; insulin D. phenylalanine; tyrosine E. tyrosine; phenylalanine
Biotechnology involves the use of living things to improve manufactured products.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Arrange the energy sources muscle glycogen, adipose tissue triglyceride, liver glycogen, and blood glucose in order from the least to the greatest based on the amount of energy stored in the body: …..A…..B…..C…..D….. least greatest Blood glucose
A) A - least B) B - low C) C - great D) D - greatest
Duncan was a subject in a clinical study that was designed to determine the effects of certain diets on health. While participating in the study, he had to live in a special medical unit at the university hospital. He wasn't permitted to eat anything other than the synthetic formula diet provided by the researchers. The formula contained vitamins, choline, minerals, animal protein, purified water, and corn starch. Within a few weeks, Duncan developed patches of scaly skin on his arms and legs and bald spots on his head. When ________ were added to his formula, the signs of the nutritional deficiency disappeared.
A. essential fatty acids B. simple carbohydrates C. steroid hormones D. partially hydrogenated oils