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Define the term 'respiratory quotient' (R. Q.).

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Definition of Respiratory Quotient (R.Q.):** - The respiratory quotient (R.Q.) is defined as the ratio of the volume of carbon dioxide (CO2) produced to the volume of oxygen (O2) consumed during respiration. 2. **Formula Representation:** - Mathematically, R.Q. can be expressed as: \[ ...
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