A yellow pigment derived from food that can sometimes color the skin is ________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


carotene

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A) estrogen B) progesterone C) testosterone D) prolactin E) oxytocin

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Thyroid hormone interacts with its target tissue by

A. using the intracellular mediator system. B. binding to a membrane bound receptor. C. increasing iodine uptake in the target cells. D. releasing thyroglobulin. E. binding to receptor molecules in the nucleus.

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Athletes who train for endurance rely more on cellular respiration than people who don't train. Their muscle fibers contain moreĀ 

A. fatty acids. B. water. C. mitochondria. D. lactic acid.

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Which of the following is the most reliable form of birth control?

A) the rhythm method B) a douche C) birth control pills D) coitus interruptus E) they are all equally reliable

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