Basal metabolism accounts for energy used for:
A)Exercise
B)Digestion
C)Maintaining body temperature
D)Physical activity

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Basal metabolism accounts for the energy used for maintaining body temperature, also known as thermogenesis. It is the energy needed for the basic physiological functions like breathing, circulation, and the cellular processes that keep us alive. It does not involve physical activity, exercise, or digestion.

Basal Metabolism Accounts for Energy Used For