Kim Often Brings Her Small Tan Dog, Seaweed, to the Dog

question 35

Essay

Kim often brings her small tan dog, Seaweed, to the dog park. On Tuesday, Seaweed plays with a number of other small dogs, all of whom are black. On Wednesday, there are some large tan dogs and small black dogs in the park with Seaweed. Describe how Kim's search for Seaweed is different on each day.

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Definitions:

Adrenal Glands

Small glands located on top of each kidney that produce various hormones including adrenaline and cortisol, which help control blood sugar, burn protein and fat, react to stressors, and regulate blood pressure.

Stress Hormones

Chemical substances released into the body in response to perceived threats, which prepare the body for fight or flight, including cortisol and adrenaline.

Lymphocytes

Type of white blood cells that are an integral part of the immune system, involved in protecting the body against both infectious disease and foreign invaders.

NK Cells

Immune cells part of the innate immune system, crucial for their ability to recognize and destroy cells that are stressed, infected, or cancerous without prior sensitization.