What does the term "compound" mean? 1. two or more substances dispersed in one another, but each retaining their own identities 2. two or more elements joined together such that the elements have lost their individual identities in favor of a new set of properties 3. a change in shape, size, or physical characteristics, but remaining the same substance

Which of the following initial observations would more directly lead to this research study? a) ginko biloba is cost effective and also possesses heart-protective, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory properties. b) metformin is an effective treatment of patients with t2d, but shows side effects that complicate the disease state. c) over the past several years, the cost of treating t2d within the united states has increased dramatically. d) many plants contain molecules that improve the health and quality of life of patients with a variety of diseases like t2d. e) t2d affects millions of individuals in the usa and worldwide many of who could benefit from improved therapies.