A T₄ Assay Is Used to

question 21

Multiple Choice

A T₄ assay is used to

• A)determine the number of calories in food.
• B)directly measure the basal metabolic rate.
• C)obtain an index of metabolic activity.
• D)monitor the energy efficiency of metabolism.
• E)determine the amount of oxygen consumed during metabolism.

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Definitions:

Haploid Stage

A phase in the life cycle of an organism where its cells contain only one set of chromosomes, typical of gametes.

Gamete

A mature haploid male or female germ cell which is able to unite with another of the opposite sex in sexual reproduction to form a zygote.

Spermatogenesis

The process by which male spermatozoa are produced, involving meiosis and subsequent maturation.

Oogenesis

Production of eggs in females by the process of meiosis and maturation.