A deficiency in this mineral has been linked to a disease nicknamed the "silent thief" which results in low bone density.
A. calcium
B. iron
C. zinc
D. phosphorus
E. none of the above
Answer: A
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A. medical abortion. B. vacuum aspiration. C. dilation and evacuation. D. prostaglandins.
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Fill in the missing word in the definition for the key term.
Exercise is a type of physical activity that requires ____
a. an energy expenditure of 150 calories b. planned, structured, and repetitive bodily movement to improve or maintain one or more components of physical fitness c. rapid breathing and a substantial increase in heart rate d. the expenditure of energy and produces progressive health benefits e. 30 minutes of activity
The term basal metabolic rate refers to ____
a. the ratio of total body fat to lean tissue b. a measure of cardiovascular fitness c. the amount of oxygen consumed in one minute while sleeping d. the calories needed to sustain your body at rest e. the total energy needed to sustain daily living