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In the pancreas, lipase converts fat to:
simple sugars |
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glycerol and fatty acids |
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complex carbohydrates |
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amino acids |
The acids produced by the pancreas contain several enzymes that aid in digestion. Lipase converts fat to glycerol and fatty acids. Pancreatic amylase breaks down complex carbohydrates into simple sugars. Trypsin converts polypeptides (the building blocks of protein) into amino acids.
Saturated fats can __________ LDL ("bad") cholesterol while unsaturated fats can __________ it.
raise, decrease |
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decrease, raise |
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decrease, stabilize |
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stabilize, raise |
Saturated fats can raise LDL ("bad") cholesterol while unsaturated fats can decrease it.
The number system most used in science is the:
American system |
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English system |
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metric system |
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British system |
The metric system is a number system that designates one base unit for each type of measurement. For example, the base unit for length is the meter and the base unit for mass is the gram.
During digestion, the kidneys filter substances from the blood. Which of the following is not filtered by the kidneys?
fats |
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salt |
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water |
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minerals |
Chemical waste like excess water, minerals, and salt are filtered from the blood by the kidneys and secreted into the urine. Urine is transported from the kidneys to the bladder through ureters.
What part of the brain is responsible for the major senses (thinking, hearing, seeing)?
cerebrum |
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medulla |
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cerebellum |
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brainstem |
The cerebrum is the major part of the brain and is responsible for the main senses (thinking, hearing, seeing).