Metabolism Flashcards

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what is metabolism?

A

Is the chemical process that occurs within a living organism in order to maintain life

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What is metabolism influenced by?

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exercise, body weight, body size and inheritance

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If you exercise regularly what can happen to your metabolic rate?

A

increase

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If you have more muscle what can happen to your metabolic rate? Is it likely to increase, decrease or stay the same?

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increase

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