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What is the meaning of the term 'homeostasis'?

A system that responds to external stimuli
A state of constant change
A dynamic equilibrium (correct)
A system that operates only in emergency situations

Which of the following is NOT an example of a parameter under homeostatic control?

Muscle strength (correct)
Body temperature
Supply of nutrients
Blood flow

What is the role of the control centre in a control system?

To detect changes in the environment
To analyze the afferent input and determine the appropriate response (correct)
To communicate with other control systems
To produce an effect on the environment

What type of receptor detects changes in temperature?

Thermoreceptor (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a negative feedback mechanism?

Sweat production in response to increased body temperature (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the normal range of core body temperature?

36.1-37.8°C (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a body temperature above 40°C?

Malignant hyperthermia (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the percentage of total body water in women?

45-50% (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis?

To regulate cortisol production (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a control system that responds to changes in the environment?

Homeostasis (D) Signup and view all the answers