Physical Activity Is Defined as Any Bodily Movement That Results

question 43

Multiple Choice

Physical activity is defined as any bodily movement that results in energy expenditure. According to this definition, _____ would be considered physical activity.

• A) basal metabolism
• B) thermic effect of food
• C) nonexercise activity thermogenesis
• D) adaptive thermogenesis

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Definitions:

Blood Clotting

A complex process involving platelets and clotting factors to prevent excessive bleeding when the vascular system is injured.

Red Blood Cells

Cells in the blood that carry oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body and return carbon dioxide for exhalation.

Embolus

A portion of a thrombus that breaks off and moves through the bloodstream.

Small Artery

A blood vessel with a smaller diameter that branches off from an artery and leads to capillaries, transporting blood to various parts of the body.