What is the primary function of insulin?

a. Raises blood glucose levels
b. Lowers blood glucose levels
c. Stimulates glycogen breakdown
d. Stimulates intestinal carbohydrate absorption


b

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A. charge interactions. B. moving outside the cell. C. their amino acid sequences. D. the addition of prosthetic groups.

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A pound of body fat can provide approximately _____ calories of energy to the body when needed

a. 500 b. 1,500 c. 2,500 d. 3,500 e. 4,500

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Approximately what proportion of children have an "easy" temperament?

a. 10% b. 15% c. 30% d. 40% e. 75%

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The first step of breaking down fatty acids to generate energy is called

A. Beta oxidation B. Pyruvate conversion to acetyl-CoA C. Lipolysis D. Kreb cycle E. Electron transport

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