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What is the main purpose of homeostasis in the body?
What is the main purpose of homeostasis in the body?
- To increase variability within the body
- To constantly change in response to external environment
- To ignore internal changes
- To achieve a relative stability of the internal environment (correct)
What are the adaptive mechanisms responsible for maintaining homeostasis?
What are the adaptive mechanisms responsible for maintaining homeostasis?
- Control center in the brain and hormonal regulation (correct)
- Muscle strength
- External environmental factors
- Dietary supplements
Which of the following is NOT controlled by homeostasis mechanisms?
Which of the following is NOT controlled by homeostasis mechanisms?
- Blood pressure
- Breathing rate
- Hair growth rate (correct)
- Body temperature
How do hormones contribute to homeostasis?
How do hormones contribute to homeostasis?
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Which of the following is NOT an example of a function controlled by homeostasis?
Which of the following is NOT an example of a function controlled by homeostasis?
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