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Factors Determining the Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) Flashcards

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Surface area: Large

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Variation
• Large surface area in relation to body volume, as in thin, small individuals
Effect on BMR
• Increased

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Surface area: Small

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Variation
• Small surface area in relation to body volume, as in large, heavy individuals
Effect on BMR
• Decreased

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Sex: Male

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Variation
• Male
Effect on BMR
• Increased

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Sex: Female

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Variation
• Female
Effect on BMR
• Decreased

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Thyroxine production: Increased

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Variation
• Increased
Effect on BMR
• Increased

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Thyroxine production: Decreased

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Variation
• Decreased
Effect on BMR
• Decreased

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Age: Young

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Variation
• Young, rapid growth
Effect on BMR
• Increased

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Age: Older

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Variation
• Aging, elderly
Effect on BMR
• Decreased

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Strong emotions (anger or fear) and infections

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Effect on BMR

• Increased

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