When salivary amylase enters the stomach, the acid causes the structure of this enzyme to change so that it is no longer able to function. This change in structure is called
A. Deanimation
B. Deformation
C. Denaturation
D. Deactivation
Ans: C. Denaturation
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before they can be used are known as A) anticoagulants. B) prooxidants. C) antibodies. D) provitamins.
All of the following are true of food allergies except:
a. they are triggered when a protein is absorbed without being completely digested. b. proteins from milk, eggs, peanuts, trees nuts, wheat, soy, fish, and shellfish are common causes c. they are not a serious concern d. they may trigger anaphylaxis
Answer the following questions true (T) or false (F)
1. To produce adequate quantities of breast milk, mothers need to be adequately hydrated and to optimize nutrient intake. 2. Allowing infants to fall asleep with baby bottles may lead to early childhood tooth decay and ear infections. 3. Cow's milk should not be given before age 1, as it is too high in protein and some minerals and too low in fat.
In general, water-soluble vitamin storage is shorter lived as compared to the storage of fat-soluble vitamins
Indicate whether the statement is true or false