12 Questions
What is the primary function of Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP) in biological systems?
To store energy for cellular activities
What is the outcome of anaerobic metabolism in terms of ATP production?
ATP x2
Where does aerobic metabolism occur in the cell?
Mitochondria
What is the relationship between metabolic rate and body mass?
Metabolic rate increases with increasing body mass
What is the term for the elevated rate of oxygen consumption following activity?
Recovery metabolism
What is the primary factor that affects oxygen demand in an animal?
Activity level
What percentage of energy use is accounted for by basic life processes?
70%
What happens to an animal that takes in more energy than it uses?
It gains body weight.
What is the function of the temporomandibular joint?
To mechanically break down food before swallowing.
What type of teeth are specialized for biting?
Incisors
What is the term for the process of straining suspended food particles from water?
Suspension filter feeding
What happens to an animal that uses more energy than it takes in?
It loses body weight.
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