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Which of the following best defines homeostasis?
Which of the following best defines homeostasis?
- The ability of the body to maintain a stable internal environment despite external changes (correct)
- The regulation of blood sugar levels in the body
- The ability of the body to respond to stress
- The process of maintaining a constant body temperature
Which of the following accurately describes the two major compartments of the human body?
Which of the following accurately describes the two major compartments of the human body?
- Cardiovascular system and respiratory system
- Nervous system and endocrine system
- Intracellular fluid and extracellular fluid (correct)
- Blood and lymph
What is the difference between equilibrium and steady state?
What is the difference between equilibrium and steady state?
- Equilibrium refers to a constant internal environment, while steady state refers to a state of balance
- Equilibrium and steady state are the same thing
- Equilibrium refers to a state of balance, while steady state refers to a constant internal environment (correct)
- Equilibrium and steady state are unrelated terms in physiology
Which of the following best describes the relationship between a regulated variable and its setpoint?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between a regulated variable and its setpoint?
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What is the difference between negative feedback and positive feedback?
What is the difference between negative feedback and positive feedback?
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