In the Myogenic Mechanism of Autoregulation,what Is the Response to an Increase

question 14

Multiple Choice

In the myogenic mechanism of autoregulation,what is the response to an increase in blood pressure in the afferent arteriole?

• A)constriction of the glomerulus
• B)dilation of the afferent arteriole
• C)dilation of the efferent arteriole
• D)constriction of the afferent arteriole

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Definitions:

Decomposition Reaction

A chemical process where a lone compound decomposes into multiple, less complex materials.

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Activation energy is the minimum quantity of energy that a chemical species must possess in order to undergo a specified reaction.

Kinetic Energy

The energy that an object possesses due to its motion.

Mechanical Energy

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