Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach (8th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134605197
Author: Dee Unglaub Silverthorn
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 1.4, Problem 2CC
Glucose is metabolized to CO2 and water. Explain the effect of glucose
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Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach (8th Edition)
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