Which of the Following Statements Is True

question 83

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true?

• A)"Deli" meats,such as bologna and ham,are rich sources of potassium and poor sources of sodium.
• B)It is safe to take large doses of potassium supplements,because the mineral is non-toxic.
• C)A blood pressure reading of 165/90 mm Hg is within the normal range.
• D)Approximately one-third of adult Americans have hypertension.

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Definitions:

Vascular Cambium

A layer of plant tissue located between the xylem and phloem, responsible for the growth in thickness of the stem and roots.

Woody Stem

A type of stem that is hard and not flexible, found in trees and shrubs, providing support and conduction of nutrients.

Fetus

A stage in mammalian development, occurring after embryonic stage and before birth, where the organism undergoes significant growth and development in the uterus.

Conception

The formation of an idea or the beginning of a pregnancy when a sperm fertilizes an egg.