In spring, when the bears emerge from their dens, they have lost between 15% and 30% of their body weight (mass)—that could be around 120 pounds for a large brown bear! Using the model you created, explain where all the mass went when it was “lost.”

1. which of the following is not required for research to qualify under the exception for informed consent? a. a life-threatening medical condition for which current treatments are unsatisfactory b. patient consent to the research c. minimal risks given the patient's life-threatening circumstances d. anticipated direct benefit to subjects