All of the following are properties of electrolytes EXCEPT:
a. they attract water
b. they are charged particles
c. they include fat-soluble and water-soluble particles
d. they carry an electrical current
Q. 2When combined with alcohol, which drug may lead to a dangerous increase in blood pressure?
a. antibiotics
b. marijuana
c. oral contraceptives
d. antidepressants
e. ecstasy
Q. 3Which of the following is a feature of an essential amino acid?
a. It is not necessary in the diet
b. It must be supplied by the diet
c. It can be made by fat in the body
d. It can be made from glucose in the body
Q. 4Which drug combined with alcohol increases the risk of throat, mouth, and bladder cancers?
a. PCP
b. heroin
c. tobacco
d. antihistamines
e. oral contraceptives
Q. 5In which of the following are ample amounts of carbohydrates almost always found?
a. plant foods
b. health foods
c. animal products
d. protein-rich foods
Q. 6Tomas is at a fraternity party and his friends are drinking beer and also smoking marijuana. What interaction would this combination have?
a. It may prevent vomiting, increasing the risk of alcohol poisoning.
b. It may increase the sedative effect, causing drowsiness.
c. It may increase dizziness and lead to fainting.
d. It may increase stomach bleeding and inhibit blood clotting.
e. It may slow the absorption of alcohol into the bloodstream.
Q. 7Which of the following is a feature of cholesterol?
a. synthesized by the body
b. minor relationship to heart disease
c. recommended intake is zero
d. no known functions in humans
Q. 8Maria is overweight and wants to lose 10 pounds. She is at a party and is deciding what to order at the bar. Which beverage has the fewest calories when mixed with liquor?
a. eight ounces fruit juice
b. eight ounces cola
c. eight ounces club soda
d. five ounces red wine
e. six ounces ginger ale
Quick Reply
