1. Symbolized by K, over 400 mg of what nutrient can be found in the average banana? Potassium
2. In lasik surgery, what specific part of the eye is reshaped to improve a patient's vision? Cornea
3. Meaning thigh in Latin, what is the largest and strongest bone in the body? Femur
4. Often seen on syringes, the abbreviation cc is short for what unit of measurement? Cubic Centimeters
5. Made from crocus plants, what colorful spice gives the spanish dish paellla it's yellow hue? Saffron
6. Used to regulate blood sugar, insulin is a hormone produced by what organ in the human body? Pancreas
7. From the greek word for "bursting blood," what is the medical term for excessive bleeding? Hemorrhage
8. Commonly associated with batteries, what term describes substances that are not acidic? Alkaline
9. Caused by two separately fertilized eggs, dizygotic twins are more commonly referred to as what? Fraternal
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