Bovine spongiform encephalopathy, also known as mad cow disease, is caused by __________.

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


Answer: prions

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Which of the following is true in relation to the components of energy expenditure?

A. Physical activity accounts for 15% to 35% of total energy expenditure. B. The thermic effect of food represents about 20% to 35% of total energy expenditure. C. Fidgeting accounts for 40% of total energy expenditure. D. Basal metabolism accounts for 75% to 100% of total energy expenditure.

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Consuming too much protein or excess amino acids can contribute to ________.

A. coronary artery disease B. arthritis C. stroke D. dehydration

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Which enzyme finally reduces proteins to amino acids?

A) chymotrypsin B) carboxypeptidase C) trypsin D) intestinal peptidases

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