Basal Metabolic Rate Is Lowered By

question 28

Multiple Choice

Basal metabolic rate is lowered by:

• A)loss of lean body mass.
• B)stress or fever.
• C)high thyroid gland activity.
• D)an increase in lean body mass.

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Definitions:

Physiological Arousal

pertains to the physical responses of the body, such as increased heart rate or adrenaline, often triggered by emotions, stress, or excitement.

James-Lange Theory

A theory of emotion suggesting that physiological arousal precedes the emotional experience, implying that each emotion is associated with a specific pattern of bodily responses.

W. B. Cannon

A physiologist who is known for his work on the fight-or-flight response and for coining the term "homeostasis."

Internal Organs

Organs located inside the body that perform essential functions such as the heart, liver, and lungs.