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Collmarie

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Which substance readily passes through the placenta to the fetus, where it can act as a toxin and interrupt normal growth and development?
 a. protein
 b. oxygen
 c. vitamin A
  d. alcohol
 e. glucose

Question 2

_____ is a hormone produced by the stomach cells that promotes positive energy balance by stimulating appetite and promoting efficient energy storage.
 
 a. Insulin
  b. Leptin
  c. Ghrelin
  d. Yohimbe


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

d

Answer to Question 2

c


Collmarie

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Reply 2 on: Aug 20, 2018
Wow, this really help

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