Question

multiple select question
select all that apply
organs that are highly active metabolically are highly vascularized. choose all organs that are very metabolically active.
□ ligaments
□ brain
□ skeletal muscle
□ heart
□ liver
□ tendons

Explanation:

The brain is constantly active metabolically for functions like thinking, regulating body - processes. Skeletal muscle has high metabolic activity during movement and maintaining muscle tone. The heart is continuously pumping blood and has high energy demands. The liver is involved in many metabolic processes such as detoxification and nutrient metabolism. Ligaments and tendons are mainly connective tissues with lower metabolic activity compared to the others.

Answer:

• B. brain
• C. skeletal muscle
• D. heart
• E. liver