In a Living System, an Emergent Property Appears Thfirst Timat

question 38

Multiple Choice

In a living system, an emergent property appears thfirst timat thlevel of the

• A)cell.
• B)tissue.
• C)organ.
• D)organ system.
• E)organism.

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Definitions:

Insulin

A chemical produced in the pancreas that assists in regulating sugar levels in the blood by promoting glucose intake by tissues.

Medial Hypothalamus

An area of the brain, part of the hypothalamus, involved in the regulation of appetite, aggression, and certain aspects of emotion.

Lateral Hypothalamus

Part of the hypothalamus gland in the brain, believed to control hunger and thirst by regulating the body's perception of the need to eat or drink.

Pancreas

A glandular organ in the digestive and endocrine system of vertebrates, producing enzymes and hormones such as insulin to aid in digestion and blood sugar regulation.