Characteristics of the Artificial Fat Olestra Include

question 46

Multiple Choice

Characteristics of the artificial fat olestra include:

• A) it passes through the digestive tract unabsorbed.
• B) it is fortified with vitamin E.
• C) it can cause dangerous side effects.
• D) a and b
• E) b and c

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Definitions:

Otitis Media

An infection or inflammation of the middle ear.

Otoliths

Otoliths are small calcium carbonate crystals located in the inner ear that play a critical role in sensing gravity and linear acceleration, aiding in balance and spatial orientation.

Hair Cells

Sensory cells located in the inner ear, crucial for converting sound vibrations into neural signals for hearing and helping with balance.

Inner Ear

Part of the ear that contains the sensory organs for hearing and balance; contains the bony and membranous labyrinth.