What are the components of a phospholipid?
What will be an ideal response?
a glycerol backbone, two fatty acids, and a phosphate group
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An important function of fat in the body is to ____
a. build muscle tissue b. regulate blood glucose levels c. protect vital organs against shock d. provide precursors for glucose synthesis e. facilitate reproduction
People with a high percentage of muscle mass can have a BMI over 25 even though they
A. don't exercise. B. are underweight. C. have a high percentage of body fat. D. have a low percentage of body fat.
Two important physiologic functions of phosphorus are:
a. general metabolism and bone formation. b. heme formation and hormone synthesis. c. acid-base balance and detoxification. d. synthesis and absorption of fatty acids.
Enzymes are ____
a. activated by high heat b. usually, but not always, made of protein c. destroyed after they react d. specific for a particular reaction e. involved with a limited number of essential body processes