In animal metabolism, most of the monomers released by digestion of food macromolecules are metabolized to provide energy. Only a small portion of these monomers are used for synthesis of new macromolecules. The net result is that
a. water is consumed during homeostasis, but water is generated during periods of growth.
b. water is generated during homeostasis, but water is consumed during periods of growth.
c. water is consumed by animal metabolism.
d. the water consumed is exactly balanced by the water generated, to maintain homeostasis.
e. water is generated by animal metabolism.
Answer: c. water is consumed by animal metabolism.
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What problem does this result in?
What will be an ideal response?
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