The Most Reliable Source of Vitamin D in the Diet

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Multiple Choice

The most reliable source of vitamin D in the diet is

• A) poultry.
• B) whole-grain cereals.
• C) yellow squash.
• D) fortified milk.

Examine the role of hormones in plant defense against microbial attack.

Discuss the outcomes of fertilization in angiosperms and the role of fruits in plant reproduction.

Identify and describe the physical and chemical properties of soil.

Understand the structure and function of plant vascular tissues.

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Definitions:

Potassium Ions

Charged particles formed from potassium atoms, essential for various bodily functions including nerve transmission and muscle contraction.

Calcium Ions

Positively charged calcium atoms that play crucial roles in various biological processes, including muscle contraction, neurotransmitter release, and bone formation.

Heart Contractions

The process by which the heart muscle contracts or tightens, leading to the pumping of blood through the chambers of the heart and into the body.

Deoxygenated Blood

Blood carrying little to no oxygen, typically returning to the heart and lungs for re-oxygenation.