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SAVANNAHHOOPER23

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Which substance is excreted by the kidneys whenever excess amino acids are converted to glucose?
 A) Carbon
  B) Nitrogen
  C) Phosphate
  D) Hydrogen

Question 2

What causes kwahiorkor in children?
 A) An infection caused by low protein intake.
  B) A genetic disease triggered by low protein intake.
  C) The inability to utilize protein and fat normally in the presence of protein-energy malnutrition.
  D) An intolerance to essential amino acids found in plant and animal foods.


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diesoon

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Reply #1 on: Aug 21, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

C


SAVANNAHHOOPER23

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Reply 2 on: Aug 21, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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