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Author Question: Minerals are usually absorbed better when food is present in the gastrointestinal tract. Indicate ... (Read 46 times)

Mimi

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on: Aug 21, 2018
Minerals are usually absorbed better when food is present in the gastrointestinal tract.
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

Calcium metabolism is under substantial hormonal control.
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false


zoeyesther

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

TRUE

Answer to Question 2

TRUE


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