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AEWBW

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The energy expended for the digestion, absorption, and metabolism of nutrients is known as the _______________.
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One's energy expenditure for basal metabolism expressed as kcal per hour is one's _______________; one's _______________ is a similar measure of energy expenditure, but is assessed under less stringent conditions.
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Answer to Question 1

thermic effect of food or TEF

Answer to Question 2

basal metabolic rate or BMR, resting metabolic rate or RMR





 

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