What Is the Minimum Amount of Oxygen the Human Body

question 187

Multiple Choice

What is the minimum amount of oxygen the human body requires to sustain the basic life function of cells, tissues, and body systems?

• A)Minimum gross oxygen demand
• B)3)5mL∙kg-1∙min-1
• C)20.9 kilojoules
• D)3)5METs

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Definitions:

Levator Veli Palatine

The Levator Veli Palatini is a muscle in the soft palate that helps lift the soft palate during swallowing, preventing food from entering the nasal passages.

Hand Muscle

Muscles located in the hand that enable movement of the fingers and thumb, contributing to grip and manipulation activities.

Suprahyoid

Referring to the group of muscles located above the hyoid bone, crucial for functions such as swallowing and tongue movement.

Flexor Pollicis Brevis

A muscle in the hand that flexes the thumb, contributing to the thumb's gripping function.