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In kwashiorkor, what mineral is often present in an unbound form that promotes bacterial growth?
 
  a. Iron
  b. Iodine
  c. Arsenic
  d. Calcium
  e. Sodium

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In kwashiorkor, the loss of hair color is indirectly related to
 
  a. lack of tyrosine.
  b. elevated levels of blood homocysteine.
  c. excessive exposure to the sun's UV rays.
  d. being nursed by a poorly-nourished mother.
  e. increased blood lead levels.


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Reply #1 on: Aug 20, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A

Answer to Question 2

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Wow, this really help

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