To Best Use the Earth's NPP to Feed the Most

question 43

Multiple Choice

To best use the Earth's NPP to feed the most people,diets should be modified to include ________,and gathering the maximum amount of energy available from a given biomass of producers.

• A) only meat, moving higher up the food chain
• B) only meat, moving lower down the food chain
• C) plant material only, moving lower down the food chain
• D) plant material only, moving higher up the food chain

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Definitions:

Cerebrovascular Accident

Also known as a stroke, a medical condition characterized by sudden death of brain cells due to lack of oxygen, caused by blockage or rupture of an artery to the brain.

Valsalva Manoeuvre

Forceful exhalation against a closed glottis, which increases intrathoracic pressure and, thus, interferes with venous blood return to the heart.

Body Alignment

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Contractures

The permanent and painful tightening of muscles, tendons, ligaments, or skin that prevents normal movement of the associated body part.