Question

Which of the following statements is NOT true about metabolism? A. Basal metabolism is the amount of energy needed for sustaining life. B. Basal metabolism is measured by the amount of calories burned when your body is inactive. C. Metabolism is influenced by numerous factors, such as heredity and age. D. Younger people generally have a slower metabolism than adults. Please select the best answer from the choices provided. A B C D

Answer 1

Answer : D - Younger people don’t have a slower metabolism than adults

Answer 2

The statement 'younger people generally have a slower metabolism than adults' is FALSE (Option D).

• The basal metabolism can be defined as the minimum amount of energy that an individual requires to keep the body functioning at rest.

• The basal metabolism includes fundamental body functions such as, among others, circulation, breathing, cell production, control of the temperature, nutrient processing, protein synthesis, etc.

• The basal metabolic rate decreases with age, thereby younger people have a faster basal metabolism than older people.

In conclusion, the statement 'younger people generally have a slower metabolism than adults' is FALSE (Option D).

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