Which of the following is a feature of the lymphatic system?

A. It removes waste materials from the blood and produces urine.
B. It serves to transport water-soluble vitamins to the heart.
C. It funnels nutrients to the liver via a one-way pump.
D. It picks up and transports dietary lipids.


Answer: D

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a. low glycemic index. b. low to medium glycemic index. c. high glycemic index. d. unpredictable glycemic response.

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a. iron and zinc b. vitamin B12 or folate c. vitamin B6 or vitamin B12 d. vitamin K or vitamin C

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It is against USDA regulations to sell competitive foods of minimal nutritional value to students at times other than mealtimes or outside of a school's food-service areas

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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