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tuffie

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on: Aug 21, 2018
What is the primary function of insulin?
 A) to raise blood glucose levels
  B) to lower blood glucose levels
  C) to stimulate glycogen breakdown
  D) to stimulate intestinal carbohydrate absorption

Question 2

The major detrimental effect of a long-term excess of dietary silicon, usually in the form of antacids, is ____.
 A) cancer
  B) asthma
  C) diabetes
  D) kidney stones


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briezy

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

B

Answer to Question 2

D


tuffie

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

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:D TYSM

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