Food is digested through chemical reactions involving the addition of water molecules. This process ...

Food is digested through chemical reactions involving the addition of water molecules. This process is known as
 
  A) dehydration. B) oxidation. C) hydrolysis. D) reduction.

Q. 2

The concept of biomagnification explains why farm workers have higher levels of pesticide residues in their bodies than city dwellers.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Q. 3

Beneficial bacteria found in the large intestine are known as
 
  A) probiotics B) diuretics. C) pathogens. D) prebiotics.

Q. 4

The most commonly genetically modified crops in the U.S. are corn and wheat.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Q. 5

Mary is 60 years old and concerned about her risk for osteoporosis. In addition to calcium, which of the following nutrients should Mary consume in adequate amounts in her diet to minimize bone loss?
 
  A) vitamin D B) potassium
  C) omega-3 fatty acids D) vitamin C

Q. 6

Disaccharides are formed from monosaccharides by what type of reaction?
 
  A) hydrolysis B) dehydration synthesis
  C) phosphorylation D) hydrogen bonding