Metabolism and Pregnancy Temperature Quiz

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During which process do electromagnetic waves transfer heat from the uncovered body surface?

  • Radiation (correct)
  • Evaporation
  • Convection
  • Conduction

Which process is responsible for the maximum heat loss from the body?

  • Conduction
  • Convection
  • Radiation (correct)
  • Evaporation

Which process involves the loss of heat when warm air comes into contact with the body and is then taken away by an oscillating fan?

  • Convection (correct)
  • Evaporation
  • Radiation
  • Conduction

What is the primary mechanism of heat transfer involved in the evaporation of water from the body surface?

<p>Evaporation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the heat of metabolism for 1 gram of protein?

<p>4 calories (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the heat of metabolism for 1 gram of fat?

<p>9 calories (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What contributes the highest percentage to the specific dynamic action of some foods?

<p>Protein (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What causes an increase in body temperature during ovulation?

<p>Progesterone (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During which activity does heat production occur more than heat loss due to muscular contraction?

<p>Muscular exercise (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What causes an increase in body temperature as a protective defense mechanism during disease conditions?

<p>Disease condition itself (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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