Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

3. Energy & Cell Processes

Introduction to Metabolism

Anatomy & Physiology

3. Energy & Cell Processes

Introduction to Metabolism

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following activities is part of the measurement of basal metabolism?

Studying

Eating

Running

Sleeping

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Understand the concept of basal metabolism: Basal metabolism refers to the amount of energy expended while at rest in a neutrally temperate environment, in the post-absorptive state (meaning that the digestive system is inactive, which requires about 12 hours of fasting in humans).

Identify activities that require minimal energy expenditure: Basal metabolism is measured when the body is at rest and not engaged in any activities that significantly increase energy consumption.

Consider the energy expenditure of each activity: Studying, eating, and running all require active energy expenditure beyond the basal metabolic rate. Sleeping, however, is a state where the body is at rest and energy expenditure is minimal.

Recognize that sleeping is a state of rest: During sleep, the body is in a state of rest, which aligns with the conditions required for measuring basal metabolism.

Conclude that sleeping is the correct activity for measuring basal metabolism: Since basal metabolism is measured when the body is at rest, sleeping is the appropriate activity for this measurement.