An enzyme complex containing ________ is necessary for transporting FFA into the mitochondria. Once in the mitochondria, the FFA can be metabolized to acetyl CoA through a process known as beta-oxidation.
A. taurine
B. dopamine
C. phenylalanine
D. carnitine
Answer: D
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A. vitamin B9 B. vitamin C C. vitamin B12 D. vitamin B6 E. vitamin A
Compared to light-skinned people, how much more or less sun exposure do people with dark skin need to produce enough vitamin D?
a. Up to three times more b. Twice as much c. One-third less d. One-half less
In a vagotomy, the vagus nerve is severed in order to suppress gastric acid secretion. This procedure is often followed by a _____, which widens the pyloric sphincter
a. gastrectomy b. gastric resection c. pyloroplasty d. bariatric surgery
What is a limitation of the EER equations?
a. They do not account for physical activity. b. They were developed for pregnant and lactating women. c. They do not account for age. d. They apply only to persons having a healthy weight.