This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer

Author Question: Biotransformation is also called: a. metabolism c. excretion b. absorption d. ... (Read 85 times)

viki

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 525
Biotransformation is also called:
 
  a. metabolism c. excretion
  b. absorption d. anabolism

Question 2

In the United States, which of the following occupations is the most hazardous?
 
  a. agriculture c. construction
  b. mining d. medical



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

yeungji

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 319
Answer to Question 1

A

Feedback
A Correct. Biotransformation is also called metabolism, refers to the transformation or alteration of chemical structures from their original form. This transformation facilitates excretion.
B Incorrect. Absorption is the process thereby drugs move from the site of administration into the bloodstream, not biotransformation.
C Incorrect. Excretion is the removal of the modified substances, but is not the same as biotransformation.
D Incorrect. Though anabolism is a constructive metabolism characterized by the conversion of simple substances into more compounds of living matter, building up, not he same as biotransformation.

Answer to Question 2

A

Feedback
A Correct. Farming and ranching remains a major family enterprise in America, and represents the most hazardous occupation. Heavy machinery, livestock, physical labor involving heavy lifting, pesticide and herbicide exposure, exposure to viral, bacterial and fungal infections are on the short list of hazards. Children are more vulnerable to all these risks than are adults.
B Incorrect. Agriculture surpassess mining and construction as the most hazardous occupation in the United States.
C Incorrect. Agriculture as more hazardous than construction in the United States.
D Incorrect. Medical occupations are among the safest in the United States.




viki

  • Member
  • Posts: 525
Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


Mochi

  • Member
  • Posts: 300
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
:D TYSM

 

Did you know?

Computer programs are available that crosscheck a new drug's possible trade name with all other trade names currently available. These programs detect dangerous similarities between names and alert the manufacturer of the drug.

Did you know?

Illicit drug use costs the United States approximately $181 billion every year.

Did you know?

The familiar sounds of your heart are made by the heart's valves as they open and close.

Did you know?

In most cases, kidneys can recover from almost complete loss of function, such as in acute kidney (renal) failure.

Did you know?

Asthma occurs in one in 11 children and in one in 12 adults. African Americans and Latinos have a higher risk for developing asthma than other groups.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library