Which Statement Is True About the Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR)in

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which statement is true about the basal metabolic rate (BMR) in children?

• A) It is reduced by fever.
• B) It is slightly higher in boys than in girls at all ages.
• C) It increases with the age of child.
• D) It decreases as proportion of surface area to body mass increases.

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Definitions:

Organic Chemicals

Organic chemicals are compounds composed mainly of carbon and hydrogen, and may also contain elements like oxygen, nitrogen, sulfur, phosphorus, and others.

Dense Cytoplasm

Refers to the cytoplasm with a high concentration of organelles and macromolecules, indicating active metabolic processes.

Ribosomes

Cellular structures responsible for protein synthesis, comprising RNA and proteins.

Storage Granules

Intracellular particles, often found in bacteria and cells, that store nutrients like phosphorus or carbohydrates.