Statistics from the National Center for Health Statistics Show That

question 8

Multiple Choice

Statistics from the National Center for Health Statistics show that the leading cause of death in the United States is a result of which one of the following?

• A) Accidents
• B) Cancer
• C) Diabetes
• D) Heart disease

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Definitions:

Electron Transport System

A series of protein complexes located in the mitochondria or chloroplasts that transfer electrons, creating an electrochemical gradient to produce ATP.

ATP

Adenosine triphosphate, a molecule that carries energy within cells for metabolism.

NADPH

Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide phosphate, a cofactor used in anabolic reactions, such as lipid and nucleic acid synthesis, serving as a reducing agent by donating electrons and hydrogen.