If the osmolarity of intracellular fluid is higher than that of extracellular fluid, what is the effect on water movement?
A) Water will flow out of the cell.
B) Water will flow into the cell.
C) More water will be absorbed from food.
D) More sweat will be produced.
B
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
The gastrointestinal tract is part of the endocrine system because it releases ___ that regulate digestion and the rate at which food moves through the digestive system.
a) enzymes b) hormones c) mucus d) nerves
What is macrosomia?
a. A neural tube defect b. A high-birthweight infant c. Excessive weight gain of the mother d. Abnormal cravings for carbohydrate during pregnancy
Which of the following statements about corn syrup is false?
a. Corn syrups contain 75 percent sugar and 25 percent water. b. Corn syrup is made commercially by adding a weak acid solution to cornstarch, then boiling, filtering, and evaporating the mixture until the correct concentration is achieved. c. Adding different enzymes to cornstarch can convert the starch into glucose, maltose, or dextrins. d. Beta-amylase enzymes yield more maltose, while glucoamylase enzymes result in a higher-glucose syrup, which is sweeter and less viscous. e. Manufacturers control corn syrup characteristics primarily by adjusting the amount of water in the syrup.