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Themember4

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An irregular heartbeat related to potassium loss may occur _____.
 a. with diets low in fresh fruits and vegetables
  b. as a result of severe diarrhea
 c. in persons with diabetes
 d. as a result of an excessive intake of protein
  e. as a result of an excessive intake of bananas

Question 2

Potassium _____.
 a. is directly necessary for protein synthesis in cells
  b. protects bone structure against degeneration
 c. is the body's principal electrolyte inside the cells
  d. is necessary for wound healing
 e. is necessary for blood coagulation


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Juro

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Reply #1 on: Aug 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

b

Answer to Question 2

c


Themember4

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Reply 2 on: Aug 19, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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