When Chemical, Transport, or Mechanical Work Is Done by an Organism

question 40

Multiple Choice

When chemical, transport, or mechanical work is done by an organism, what happens to the heat generated?

• A) It is used to power yet more cellular work.
• B) It is used to store energy as more ATP.
• C) It is used to generate ADP from nucleotide precursors.
• D) It is lost to the environment.
• E) It is transported to specific organs such as the brain.

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Definitions:

Altered States

Experiences in which one’s normal state of consciousness is transformed, which can occur through meditation, drugs, hypnosis, or extreme physical experiences.

Hypnosis

A state of focused attention, reduced peripheral awareness, and an enhanced capacity for response to suggestion.

Meditation

A practice of focused attention or contemplation to achieve a mentally clear and emotionally calm state.

Global Workspace Model

Consciousness is a product of activity in specific brain regions.