Multiple Choice
Which example most clearly describes a system maintained by homeostasis?
1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology
Homeostasis
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Homeostasis
- Multiple Choice
Which example below describes a system that is NOT able to maintain homeostasis?
- Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following is an example of positive feedback?
- Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following is an example of a positive feedback mechanism?
- Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following is NOT one of the three components of homeostatic control systems?
- Multiple ChoiceWhich two systems monitor the body for homeostasis?
- Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following events is NOT the result of a negative feedback mechanism?
- ActivityLabel Homeostatic Control System
- Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following is an example of a homeostatic imbalance?
- Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following is true of positive feedback mechanisms?
- Open QuestionDefine homeostasis.
- Open QuestionCompare and contrast the operation of negative and positive feedback mechanisms in maintaining homeostasis. Provide two examples of variables controlled by negative feedback mechanisms and one example of a process regulated by a positive feedback mechanism.
- Open QuestionCalcium levels in Mr. Gallariani's blood are dropping to dangerously low levels. The hormone PTH is released and soon blood calcium levels begin to rise. Shortly after, PTH release slows. Is this an example of a positive or negative feedback mechanism? What is the initial stimulus? What is the result?
- Open Question
Mark the following statements as true or false. If a statement is false, correct it to make a true statement.
c. Living organisms react to changes in their environment known as stimuli.
- Open Question
Mark the following statements as true or false. If a statement is false, correct it to make a true statement.
b. Homeostasis is the condition of having a dynamic equilibrium of the internal environment.
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