Which of the Following Illustrates a Negative Feedback Mechanism

question 53

Multiple Choice

Which of the following illustrates a negative feedback mechanism?

• A)Production of oxytocin during childbirth which causes stretching of the cervix and uterine contraction
• B)Release of thyrotropin releasing hormone(TRH) in response to high levels of thyroid hormones
• C)Release of insulin in response to a decrease in blood glucose
• D)Release of glucagon in response to a decrease in blood glucose

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Stratosphere

The stratosphere is a layer of the Earth's atmosphere located above the troposphere, characterized by a slight temperature increase with altitude and the presence of the ozone layer.

Ozone

A molecule composed of three oxygen atoms, found in the Earth's stratosphere, where it plays a critical role in protecting living organisms from ultraviolet radiation.

Lichen

A symbiotic organism composed of a fungus and a photosynthetic partner, typically an alga or cyanobacterium, found on rocks, trees, and soil.

Mutualistic Relationship

A type of symbiotic relationship where both organisms involved benefit from their interaction.