Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding phosphorus?
A. Phosphorus from animal sources is more readily absorbed than the phosphorus from plant sources.
B. Humans absorb about 50% of the phosphorus from plant sources.
C. On average, Americans do not consume enough phosphorus in their diets.
D. Bacteria in the large intestine can break down the phosphorus from plant sources.
Answer:C
Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding phosphorus?
A. Phosphorus from animal sources is more readily absorbed than the phosphorus from plant sources. B. Humans absorb about 50% of the phosphorus from plant sources. C. On average, Americans do not consume enough phosphorus in their diets. D. Bacteria in the large intestine can break down the phosphorus from plant sources.