Health Can you dream up all these Trivia Nut answers? Try out your health knowledge here! Published 1 year ago on May 18, 2023 By Mike Peck 0% Health Vol. 19 1 / 5 How many calories does a person burn while sleeping? 200 calories per hour 100 calories per hour 75 calories per hour 50 calories per hour Next Question Sorry! That Was Wrong! Nice! That Was Correct! A person burns about 50 calories per hour while sleeping. This number can vary depending on factors such as age, body composition, and metabolism. While sleeping, the body uses energy to perform essential functions such as breathing, maintaining body temperature, and repairing cells. 2 / 5 What is the medical term for a nosebleed? Rhinorrhea Hypertension Epistaxis Otalgia Next Question Sorry! That Was Wrong! Nice! That Was Correct! Epistaxis is the medical term for a nosebleed. It occurs when the delicate blood vessels in the nose are damaged or ruptured, leading to bleeding from the nostrils. Epistaxis can be caused by a variety of factors, including trauma, dry air, and high blood pressure. 3 / 5 What is the infectious agent responsible for causing AIDS? Hepatitis B Virus Herpes Simplex Virus Human Immunodeficiency Virus Influenza Virus Next Question Sorry! That Was Wrong! Nice! That Was Correct! AIDS, or acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, is caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). HIV attacks and destroys certain cells of the immune system, which can lead to a weakened immune system and increased susceptibility to other infections and diseases. 4 / 5 What is the name of the protein that gives skin its color? Keratin Elastin Melanin Collagen Next Question Sorry! That Was Wrong! Nice! That Was Correct! Melanin is a pigment that is responsible for determining the color of our skin, hair, and eyes. It is produced by cells called melanocytes. 5 / 5 What is the name of the gland located in the neck that produces hormones that regulate metabolism? Adrenal gland Parathyroid gland Thyroid gland Pituitary gland Sorry! That Was Wrong! Nice! That Was Correct! The thyroid gland is located in the neck and produces hormones that regulate metabolism, growth, and development. It is controlled by the pituitary gland in the brain. The average score is 20% Next Trivia Did You Know? According to sleep disorder specialist, if it takes you less than five minutes to fall asleep at night, you’re probably sleep-deprived. Ideally, falling asleep should take 10 to 15 minutes. Related Topics: Advertisement
