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 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

<p>Receptor (D)</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 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which scientist coined the term 'Homeostasis'?

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

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

<p>Vasoconstriction (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Metabolism (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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