Everywhere North of the Arctic Circle

question 8

Multiple Choice

Everywhere north of the Arctic Circle

• A) there is no land.
• B) there is ice but no liquid water.
• C) there is no sunlight all winter.
• D) there is no sunlight only at the winter solstice, which is usually December 22^nd.

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Definitions:

General Adaptation Syndrome

A three-phase response pattern to stress described by Hans Selye, consisting of alarm, resistance, and exhaustion stages.

Alarm Reaction

The initial stage in the stress response, where the body prepares to fight or flee from perceived threats.

Stomach Ulceration

The occurrence of ulcers in the stomach lining, often resulting from infection with H. pylori bacteria, the excessive use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, or other factors.

Sympathetic Arousal

The activation of the sympathetic nervous system, leading to physiological changes such as increased heart rate, blood pressure, and energy release, often in response to stress or danger.