Match each term with its corresponding statement or definition.
-lipoprotein that is associated with high incidence of coronary artery disease when present in high levels

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LDL is commonly referred to as "bad cholesterol" and can contribute to the development of coronary artery disease when present in high levels.

Answer: G
 HDL is commonly referred to as "good cholesterol" and can help protect against coronary artery disease when present in high levels.

Answer: E
 Leptin is a hormone produced by fat cells that helps regulate appetite and body weight.

Answer: F
 The electron transport chain is the final stage of cellular respiration and involves the transfer of electrons between protein complexes to create a proton gradient that is used to generate ATP.

Answer: H
 GIP (glucose-dependent insulinotropic peptide) is a hormone produced by the small intestine in response to the presence of glucose and stimulates the release of insulin from the pancreas.

Answer: I
 The Cori cycle is a metabolic pathway that converts lactate produced by muscle cells during anaerobic exercise back into glucose, which can then be used as fuel by other tissues in the body.

Choices A, B, and D do not correspond with the given statement or definition.

Match Each Term with Its Corresponding Statement or Definition