Large Daily Fluctuations in Body Weight, on the Order of 2-3

question 49

Multiple Choice

Large daily fluctuations in body weight, on the order of 2-3 pounds, are usually due to changes in which of the following?

• A) ATP-PC stores
• B) muscle protein stores
• C) body water stores
• D) body fat stores
• E) liver glycogen stores

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Definitions:

Ventral Cavity

A large body cavity that houses many organs, including those in the thoracic and abdominal regions.

Feedback Mechanism

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Effector

An organ or cell that acts in response to a stimulus, often involved in muscle contraction or gland secretion.

Reproductive System

A system of sex organs within an organism which work together for the purpose of sexual reproduction.