The Three Components of Total Energy Expenditure Are

question 71

Multiple Choice

The three components of total energy expenditure are

• A) basal metabolic rate, physical activity, and adaptive thermogenesis.
• B) basal metabolic rate, physical activity, and the thermic effect of food.
• C) basal metabolic rate, physical activity, and sleep activity.
• D) physical activity, the thermic effect of food, and adaptive thermogenesis.

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Definitions:

Neuroglial Cells

Specialized cells in the nervous system that provide support, protection, and nutrition to neurons, playing a crucial role in the maintenance of the neural environment.

Neurons

Cells of the nervous system specialized in conducting electrical impulses, allowing communication between the brain and different parts of the body.

Brain Volume

The total space occupied by brain tissue, often measured in neurological studies as an indicator of brain health and development.

Nerve Impulse

An electrical signal that travels along the nerve fiber, transmitting information between neurons and other cells.