Which of the Following Statements About Homeostasis Is Incorrect

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about homeostasis is incorrect?

• A)It refers to the maintenance of a stable internal environment for the body
• B)Homeostatic mechanisms do not operate in diseases
• C)Homeostasis requires integrated actions of the cells, tissues, organs, and multiple nervous, hormonal, and local control systems
• D)Homeostatic compensations that begin after a major environmental challenge may contribute to abnormalities of body function

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