Choose the ONE Correct Statement

question 13

Multiple Choice

Choose the ONE correct statement.

• A)Beta-carotene is hydrolyzed in the jejunum before it is absorbed.
• B)Retinol does not need to form a micelle to cross the USW.
• C)Beta-carotene dioxygenase activity occurs in the lumen of the ileum.
• D)Retinol must be reesterified to be carried in the chylomicron.

---

Definitions:

Hallucinogens

A diverse group of drugs that have powerful effects on mental and emotional functioning, marked most prominently by distortions in sensory and perceptual experience.

Amphetamines

A class of stimulant drugs that increase energy and concentration, often used to treat ADHD but also abused for their euphoric effects.

Accidental Overdose

The unintentional ingestion or administration of a substance in an amount exceeding the recommended or safe limits.

Respiratory System

The network of organs and tissues involved in the process of breathing and exchanging oxygen and carbon dioxide.