Science Homework Help

Metabolism
Utilizing knowledge from your learning and assigned readings, respond to the following questions:
1. Ketosis develops in the postabsorptive state. What is ketosis? Why does it develop? What metabolic effects does it have?
2. What happens during protein catabolism? How is this related to nitrogen balance?
3. Briefly outline the role of the liver in glucose metabolism.
The Urinary System
Utilizing knowledge from your learning and assigned readings, respond to the following questions:
1. List each organ of the urinary system and concisely describe its function.
2. Identify and describe the three major processes involved in urine formation.
3. What is the creatinine clearance?