The energy we expend just to maintain our resting functions,such as respiration and circulation,is known as the:
A)basal metabolic rate (BMR).
B)thermic effect of food.
C)energy cost of physical activity.
D)oxidation-reduction reaction.

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Basal metabolic rate (BMR) is the energy we expend just to maintain our resting functions, such as respiration and circulation. It is the minimum amount of energy required to sustain life.

The Energy We Expend Just to Maintain Our Resting Functions,such