Body Temperature Regulation Mechanisms
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What mechanism is triggered when the brain senses the body is too cold?

  • Vasoconstriction
  • Vasodilation
  • Shivering (correct)
  • Sweating
  • At what core body temperature does vasodilation occur according to the text?

  • 37.5°C (99.5°F)
  • 36.0°C (96.8°F)
  • 36.5°C (97.7°F)
  • 37.0°C (98.6°F) (correct)
  • Which response is triggered by vasoconstriction in the skin?

  • Dilation of blood vessels
  • Decreased heart rate
  • Increased sweating
  • Shivering (correct)
  • What is the role of effector in a feedback loop?

    <p>Carries out the final corrective action to restore homeostasis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what situations does a positive feedback loop occur according to the text?

    <p>Childbirth and fever</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component of the feedback loop senses changes in the body?

    <p>Receptor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term describes the body's ability to detect a change, activate mechanisms to oppose it, and maintain stable internal conditions?

    <p>Homeostasis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which scientist coined the term 'Homeostasis'?

    <p>Walter Cannon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What mechanism helps to keep the body's core temperature within a set range?

    <p>Vasoconstriction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of life according to the text?

    <p>Metabolism</p> Signup and view all the answers

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