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Set 21 The Endocrine System Regulation Of Energy Metabolism And Growth

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Question 1

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In order to maintain a positive energy balance, the body must

A) increase activity.
B) consume more energy than it expends.
C) reduce the amount of heat produced by the body.
D) expend more energy than it consumes.
E) limit caloric intake.

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Question 2

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What happens to glucose during the postabsorptive state?

A) Glucose is synthesized by gluconeogenesis and glycolysis and is spared for use by the nervous system.
B) Glucose is synthesized by gluconeogenesis and glycolysis and is the primary energy source for all body cells.
C) Glucose is stored as glycogen and is the primary energy source for all body cells.
D) Glucose is stored as glycogen and spared for use by the nervous system.
E) Glucose is converted to fat for storage.

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Question 3

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Most energy stores for the body are in the form of_________and are stored in _______.

A) triglycerides : the liver
B) glycogen : skeletal muscle
C) glycogen : the liver
D) glycogen : adipose tissue
E) triglycerides : adipose tissue

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