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Where in the body are carbohydrates primarily relied upon for energy?
Where in the body are carbohydrates primarily relied upon for energy?
- Kidney
- Brain (correct)
- Liver
- Skeletal muscles
What are the building blocks of triglycerides?
What are the building blocks of triglycerides?
- Fatty acids and cholesterol
- Glycerol and glucose
- Glycerol and phospholipids
- Fatty acids and glycerol (correct)
What is the function of phospholipids in the body?
What is the function of phospholipids in the body?
- Synthesis of bile
- Energy storage
- Contributes to cell membrane structure and function (correct)
- Insulation
What type of bond helps proteins maintain their 3-D shape?
What type of bond helps proteins maintain their 3-D shape?
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What is the main function of the sodium/potassium pump?
What is the main function of the sodium/potassium pump?
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What is an electrochemical gradient?
What is an electrochemical gradient?
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What is the function of the Golgi apparatus?
What is the function of the Golgi apparatus?
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What is the main function of carbohydrates in the body?
What is the main function of carbohydrates in the body?
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What are polysaccharides composed of?
What are polysaccharides composed of?
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Which monosaccharide is the primary metabolizable sugar used for energy metabolism?
Which monosaccharide is the primary metabolizable sugar used for energy metabolism?
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Where do humans store excess glucose in the body?
Where do humans store excess glucose in the body?
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