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Why do red blood cells, which contain an aqueous solution of dissolved ions and minerals, burst when placed in fresh water?
 
  A) The dissolved ions provide a pressure that eventually bursts open the cell.
  B) More water molecules enter the cell than leave the cell.
  C) The fresh water acts to dissolve the blood cell wall.
  D) all of the above

Question 2

Which will satisfy your hunger for a longer period of time?
 
  A) spaghetti, glycemic index = 36
  B) popcorn, glycemic index = 55
  C) Snickers Bar, glycemic index = 64
  D) french fries, glycemic index = 75
  E) All of the above have the same effect on hunger.



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Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

A



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