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Basal Metabolic Rate Quiz

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How does sleep affect BMR?

It fluctuates BMR

It has no effect on BMR

It decreases BMR (correct)

It increases BMR

What is the basal metabolic rate (BMR) calculated under?

In a cold environment

Complete physical, mental and emotional rest (correct)

During physical activity

After a heavy meal

What effect does living in a cold zone have on BMR?

It decreases by 10%

It remains unchanged

It fluctuates

It increases by 10% (correct)

How does BMR differ between males and females?

<p>BMR of females is less than males by about 10%</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which pathological factor decreases BMR?

<p>Hypothyroidism</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Sleep and BMR

Sleep deprivation can decrease Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) by 5-10%

Calculating BMR

BMR is calculated under conditions of thermal neutrality, in the post-absorptive state, and after a night of fasting

Climate and BMR

Living in a cold climate can increase BMR by 5-10% to maintain body temperature

Sex and BMR

Males generally have a 10-15% higher BMR than females, mainly due to differences in muscle mass

Pathological Factors and BMR

Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid gland) is a pathological factor that decreases BMR

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Test your knowledge on the basal metabolic rate (BMR) and the conditions under which it is measured. This quiz covers the factors affecting BMR and the methods used for calculation.