The term metabolic rate reflects the . loss of energy to perspirationb. energy needed to make all organic moleculesc. energy the body needs to perform only its most essential activitiesd. loss of organic molecules in urine

The term metabolism is best defined as .

biochemical reactions involved in building cell molecules or breaking down molecules for energy

Metabolic rate is the rate of metabolism, the amount of energy used by an animal per unit of time. Basal metabolic rate (BMR) is the amount of energy used daily by animals at rest.

Neurotransmitters are messengers responsible for communication between neurons. they are released from synaptic vesicles and are received by receptors.  the communication is referred to as neurotransmission. the following statement is true about neurotransmitters: a. they're stored in synaptic vesicles in the axon.