The Rate at Which an Animal Consumes Energy at Rest

question 27

Multiple Choice

The rate at which an animal consumes energy at rest is called _______.

• A)glycogenolysis
• B)gluconeogenesis
• C)the basal metabolic rate
• D)rumination

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