Which of the Following Examples Illustrates a Homeostatic Mechanism

question 78

Multiple Choice

Which of the following examples illustrates a homeostatic mechanism?

• A) shivering in response to a drop in body temperature
• B) increasing body temperature during exercise
• C) decreasing body temperature during prolonged exposure to cold conditions
• D) dehydration from lack of water intake
• E) frostbite on exposure to cold

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Definitions:

Self-Test

A diagnostic procedure or check that a system performs on itself to ensure it is operating correctly.

Modulator Valves

Valves that modulate the pressure of fluids in systems such as automatic transmissions and ABS braking systems, for controlled operation.

Reluctor Wheel

A toothed rotor that is driven through a stationary magnetic field to produce an AC voltage; used as shaft and wheel speed sensors.

Exciter Ring

Preferred term by one OEM for the toothed reluctor used in a wheel speed sensor.