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Which of the following statements about aldosterone is NOT correct?

A) Aldosterone increases sodium reabsorption by increasing the number of Na+-K+ ATPase pumps in the luminal membrane of the proximal tubule. B) Aldosterone is stimulated by decreased plasma sodium levels and increased plasma potassium levels.
C) Aldosterone is produced in the adrenal cortex. D) Aldosterone increases the number of passive sodium channels in the luminal membrane of the distal tubule and collecting duct, thus aiding sodium reabsorption.
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) Aldosterone increases sodium reabsorption by increasing the number of Na+-K+ ATPase pumps in the luminal membrane of the proximal tubule.

Explanation:

Aldosterone, the main mineralocorticoid hormone, is a steroid hormone produced by the zona glomerulosa of the adrenal cortex in the adrenal gland. It is essential for sodium conservation in the kidney, salivary glands, sweat glands and colon.

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Membrane bound organelles are not found in the cells of

A) Eukaryotes B) Prokaryotes
C) Both A & B D) Nokaryotes
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) Prokaryotes

Explanation:

Membrane bound organelles are not found in the cells of Prokaryotes whereas Eukaryotes have nucleus and membrane bound organelles.

 

For example : Bacteria is prokaryotic organism with lack of nucleus and membrane bound organelles whereas fungi is a eukaryotic with nucleus and membrane bound organelles.

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Q:

Improving muscular strength and endurance slows bone density loss.

A) TRUE B) FALSE
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) TRUE

Explanation:

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Improving muscular strength and endurance slows bone density loss.

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Q:

Nitrogenous Food is

A) Proteins B) Carbohydrates
C) Salts D) Lipids
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) Proteins

Explanation:

Here the Nitrogenous Food is Proteins.

Nitrogenous Food ::

The animal body is more than a machine. It requires fuel to enable it not only to work but also to live, even without working. A part of the food eaten must go to maintain the body

Nitrogenous food compounds are sometimes classed together under the name of proteins. These may be divided into proteids, gelatinoids, and extractives.

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The hormone that helps in the implantation of embryo

A) Testosterone B) Insulin
C) Prolactin D) Progesterone
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: D) Progesterone

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Q:

Excess of fat in the body is stored in

A) Adipose tissue B) Acrosome
C) Erythrocytes D) Bone marrow
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) Adipose tissue

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Q:

The richest source of Vitamin D from food is

A) Cotton seed oil B) Olive oil
C) Cod liver oil D) Sunflower oil
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) Cod liver oil

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For the oxidation, carbohydrates should be in the form of

A) Starch B) Cellulose
C) Glucose D) Fats
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) Glucose

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