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Weeks1-6 Physiology

the ability of an organism to maintain relatively constant internal conditions despite variability in external conditions Homeostasis
To accomplish self-regulation, a highly complex and integrated communication control system or network is required. This type of network is called a(an) feedback control loop
Events that lead to an immune response to an infection or the formation of a blood clot are examples of Positive feedback.
The body naturally changes some set points to different values at different time of the day. These daily cycles are called circadian cycles
The normal reading or range is called the Set Point
What term describes a signal traveling toward a particular center or point of reference? afferent
negative-feedback mechanisms: a-minimize changes in blood glucose levels. b- maintain homeostasis. c- are responsible for an increased rate of sweating when air temperature is higher than body temperature d-all of the above D
The term that literally means self- immunity is autoimmunity
The contraction of the uterus during the birth of a baby is an example of _____ feedback positive
positive-feedback control systems: accelerate a change
Epidemiology is the study of the ____ of diseases in human populations. a-occurrence b-distribution c-transmission d- all of the above D all of the above
negative-feedback control systems: oppose a change
the most important monosaccharide is glucose
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