The poison, sodium cyanide, inhibits the enzyme cytochrome c oxidase. Why is ingestion of this poison usually fatal??
A) ?It blocks the production of ATP in the cells.
B) ?It causes cells to rupture.
C) ?It changes membrane permeability allowing important molecules to leave the cell.
D) ?It causes changes in the acetyl-coenzyme A molecule.
A
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a. iron b. vitamin C, calcium, iron c. iron and folic acid d. calcium and zinc
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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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b. Women with incomes above the poverty line are automatically ineligible for WIC. c. None of the USDA food assistance programs have been shown to be cost-effective. d. WIC vouchers can be exchanged for peanut butter, fruits, and vegetables. e. WIC provides food vouchers for low-income men and women.
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a. a desire for sour tastes b. significant nutritional value c. tastes for salt and sugar d. a craving for protein e. craving bitter flavors