Match the definitions with the appropriate terms.
-The genetically influenced weight range for an individual, maintained by biological mechanisms that regulate food intake, fat reserves, and metabolism.
A)set point
B)leptin
C)bulimia
D)anorexia
E)basal metabolism

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The definition describes the concept of set point, which is the genetically determined weight range that an individual's body strives to maintain.

Answer: B
 Leptin is a hormone produced by fat cells that helps regulate appetite and energy balance in the body.

Answer: C
 Bulimia is an eating disorder characterized by binge eating followed by purging, as a way of compensating for the consumed calories.

Answer: D
 Anorexia is an eating disorder characterized by an intense fear of gaining weight and a distorted body image, leading to severe restriction of calorie intake and potential malnutrition.

Answer: E
 Basal metabolism refers to the energy the body needs to carry out basic functions such as breathing, circulation, and cell production, and accounts for the majority of the calories burned by a person at rest.

Match the Definitions with the Appropriate Terms