Which of the following statements is true of iodine?
A) It is a component of amino acids such as cysteine and methionine.
B) It is absorbed mostly in the large intestine.
C) It is present in low concentration in ocean fish and mollusks.
D) It is essential to the production of hormones by the thyroid gland.
D
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Allergic reactions to multiple foods are common, while reactions to single foods are the exception
a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Partially digested food in a semi-fluid state that enters the stomach and small intestine is called _______________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
What is the most frequent cause of chronic pancreatitis?
a. Repeated episodes of acute pancreatitis b. Alcohol consumption c. Liver disease d. Cystic fibrosis