Homeostasis Refers to the Tendency of Particular Components of the Internal

question 42

Multiple Choice

Homeostasis refers to the tendency of particular components of the internal environment to remain

• A) matched to the external environment.
• B) the same relative to one another.
• C) in a relatively steady state over time.
• D) under the control of the brain.
• E) at the same specific temperature.

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Definitions:

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)

A non-invasive procedure that uses magnetic fields to stimulate nerve cells in the brain to improve symptoms of depression and other conditions.

Electrocardiograph (ECG)

A medical device used to record the electrical activity of the heart over a period of time.

Electrical Stimulation of the Brain (ESB)

A neuroscientific technique used to elicit a reaction from the brain by applying a controlled amount of electrical current to specific areas of the brain.

Meninges

The three layers of protective membranes—dura mater, arachnoid mater, and pia mater—surrounding the brain and spinal cord.