When the Body Consumes More Calories Than It Uses, the Condition

question 25

Multiple Choice

When the body consumes more calories than it uses, the condition is called __________.

• A) Ketogenesis.
• B) Positive caloric balance.
• C) Positive electrolyte balance.
• D) Negative energy balance.

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Definitions:

Attention

The cognitive process of selectively concentrating on one aspect of the environment while ignoring other things.

Dopamine Pathways

Neural pathways in the brain that transmit dopamine, a neurotransmitter involved in reward, motivation, pleasure, and the regulation of movement and emotions.

Glutamate Pathways

Neural pathways that use glutamate as a neurotransmitter, playing a critical role in brain functions including learning and memory.

Abused Drugs

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