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A relatively new, experimental procedure for the destruction of cancer cells is called Boron Neutron Capture Therapy. Boron-10, a non-radioactive isotope, concentrates within cancerous tumors. The patient is then irradiated with neutrons, which are absorbed by the boron to produce high energy alpha particle radiation which can target and destroy the cancerous cells of the tumor. How many protons, electrons and neutrons would an atom of the isotope B-10 have?

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Which of the sequences below represents the events that occur during the Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone System?

If I took a drug that boosted my body’s production of erythropoietin (EPO), what best describes what will happen and why?

Major league baseball players are known to supplement with testosterone to increase muscle mass and enhance performance. Why is it that one would need to supplement with LARGE quantities of testosterone to see an effect on muscle mass?

Why does exercise decrease water excretion from the body?  

Beta-alanine supplementation would be best for which sport?

If I took a drug that boosted my body’s production of erythropoietin (EPO), what best describes what will happen and why?

From Macbeth:    Why does Macbeth say he cannot kill Banquo himself?  

A nurse is planning to perform a blood transfusion for a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take? (Select all that apply.)