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About 70% of carbon dioxide is carried in blood as bicarbonate.

This occurs when carbon dioxide reacts with water, forming carbonic acid, which then dissociates into bicarbonate ions and protons.

It facilitating transport in the bloodstream.

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Insulin converts glucose into lipids.

It facilitates the uptake of glucose by cells.

This promoting its storage as glycogen and conversion into fatty acids for energy storage in the form of lipids.

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Anemic means "Shortage of blood."

Anemic refers to a condition where there is a deficiency of red blood cells or hemoglobin.

It leading to reduced oxygen transport in the body.

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Energy for cell function is produced in the mitochondria.

They are often referred to as the "powerhouses" of the cell.

Because they generate most of the cell's supply of ATP, the main energy carrier.

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A marsupium, or pouch, is a specialized structure in marsupials (like kangaroos, koalas, and opossums)

where the young are carried and continue to develop after birth.

Rearing the young ones:

The pouch provides protection and warmth, ensuring the young can continue their development after birth.

Feeding the young ones:

The young have access to the mother's milk while in the pouch.

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• According to various sources, including the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Pakistan Demographic and Health Survey (PDHS), iron deficiency is a significant public health problem in Pakistan, particularly among children and women.
• It's estimated that every third child in Pakistan has iron deficiency anemia.
• Iron is essential for healthy red blood cells, and deficiency can lead to anemia, fatigue, weakness, and impaired cognitive function.

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Body composition, including factors like fat distribution and muscle mass, significantly influences pulmonary function.

Increased abdominal fat can reduce thoracic volume.

It leading to decreased vital capacity and respiratory muscle strength.

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Explanation

Dates, honey, and grapes are sweet due to the presence of fructose.

It is a simple sugar (monosaccharide) that is naturally found in many fruits, honey, and some vegetables.

Fructose is a key contributor to the sweetness of these foods.

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Waxes are esters of long-chain fatty acids and long-chain alcohols.

They are typically solid at room temperature and found in nature as protective coatings on plants and animals.