The Major Difference in Physiological Changes Between Men and Women

question 7

Multiple Choice

The major difference in physiological changes between men and women during the middle years is that:

• A) Men lose their ability to procreate.
• B) Women lose their ability to procreate.
• C) Most men maintain their earlier body weight.
• D) Most women lose more fat cells than do men.

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Definitions:

Cellulose

Cellulose is a complex carbohydrate or polysaccharide consisting of glucose monomer units, serving as the primary structural component of plant cell walls.

Starch

A polysaccharide carbohydrate consisting of a large number of glucose units, primarily found in plants.

Digest

The process of breaking down food into smaller components that can be absorbed by the body, usually involving enzymes.

Monosaccharide Units

The simplest form of carbohydrates, consisting of single sugar molecules like glucose or fructose, which serve as energy sources.