Many Compounds in Our Body Are Regulated to Maintain Homeostatic

question 33

Multiple Choice

Many compounds in our body are regulated to maintain homeostatic levels. Which of the following would NOT be maintained in homeostasis?

• A) oxygen
• B) glucose
• C) temperature
• D) carbon dioxide
• E) All of the choices are normally maintained in homeostasis.

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