Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

Brain is so small in size that it makes up just about 2% of the body's weight but despite of its little size, it uses 20% of the oxygen and blood supply of our body.

  1. True

  2. False
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Explanation

The brain accounts for approximately 2% of total body weight but consumes about 20% of the body's oxygen and blood supply. This disproportionate energy requirement reflects the brain's incredibly high metabolic rate needed to maintain neuronal activity, making it the most energy-hungry organ relative to its size.

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