A Good Example of a Positive Feedback Mechanism Would Be

question 21

Multiple Choice

A good example of a positive feedback mechanism would be _ .

• A)blood calcium level regulation
• B)body temperature regulation
• C)regulating glucose levels in the blood
• D)enhancement of labor contractions

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Definitions:

Mastication

The process of chewing food in preparation for swallowing and digestion.

Segmental Contractions

Contraction of small segments of the intestinal tract that aids in mixing and propelling contents within the gastrointestinal system.

Nutrients

Substances required by the body for growth, repair, and maintaining health, including vitamins, minerals, carbohydrates, proteins, and fats.

Digestive Tract

The series of hollow organs joined in a long, twisting tube from the mouth to the anus through which food is digested and nutrients are absorbed.