Which of the following statements is true?
A. In the cytoplasm, glycolysis generates oxygen and carbon monoxide molecules.
B. In ribosomes, food undergoes oxidative degradation, releasing creatine phosphate and ADP.
C. In mitochondria, pyruvate molecules undergo complete degradation to form ATP.
D. Under normal conditions, muscle cells rely on amino acids as their primary source of energy.
Answer: C
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a. 5 g. b. 25 g. c. 50 g. d. 100 g.
Which statement accurately describes a downside to fruit and vegetable juices? a. They are nutrient dense
b. They count toward the MyPlate recommended quantity. c. They contain antioxidants. d. They contain phytochemicals. e. They lack the fiber of whole fruit or vegetables.
Protein is synthesized according to the genetic code inside the nucleus of human cells.?
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Your patient has had a portion of his stomach resected. The physician predicts that he will likely be on nutrition support for a long time. He has a functional GI tract. What is the best way to feed this patient?
a. TPN b. jejunostomy c. PEG d. PPN