The __________ of a resting homeotherm is the range of ambient temperature where its metabolic rate is minimal
A) Thermoneutral zone
B) Preferred temperature
C) Optimal temperature range
D) Idealized thermal region
Fill in the blank with the correct answer.
Answer: A
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The hormone that plays a pivotal role in setting the metabolic rate and thus impacting body temperature is
A) somatotropin. B) thyroxine. C) calcitonin. D) parathyroid hormone. E) glucagon.
A burn patient ingests 100 grams of protein per day and loses 110 grams of protein per day due to the injury. What is the overall protein state of the patient?
A. Positive protein balance B. Negative protein balance C. Stable protein balance D. A state that can't be determined
The partially digested pasty liquid that moves from the stomach to the small intestine is called ________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).