The Energy Spent in Maintaining All Involuntary Processes in the Body

question 69

Multiple Choice

The energy spent in maintaining all involuntary processes in the body at rest,awake,and in a non-absorptive state is called ________.

• A)resting metabolism
• B)thermogenesis
• C)thermic effect
• D)basal metabolism

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Definitions:

Drug Doses

The specified quantities of medication to be taken at particular times to treat or prevent illness.

Critical Judgment

The capacity to assess situations or problems carefully and to make well-reasoned evaluations or judgements.

Inhibition

The process of restraining or decreasing the likelihood of a behavior or action, often used in the context of neurological and psychological responses.

Impulsive Behavior

Actions performed without forethought or consideration of the consequences, often driven by immediate desires or emotions.