From the List Below, Choose the Correct Order of "Physiological

question 25

Multiple Choice

From the list below, choose the correct order of "physiological urgency" for each element in a given terrestrial animal, beginning with the most urgent.
I. The need for water
II. The need to void CO₂
III. The need to obtain oxygen
IV. The need for food

• A) I, III, II, IV
• B) III, II, I, IV
• C) II, III, I, IV
• D) II, III, IV, I

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Definitions:

Thalamus

A critical structure within the brain that acts as a relay center, processing and transmitting sensory and motor signals to the cerebral cortex.

Cerebral Cortex

The cerebral cortex is the outer layer of the brain's cerebrum, playing a key role in memory, attention, perception, cognition, awareness, thought, language, and consciousness.

Autonomic Nervous System

The part of the peripheral nervous system that controls involuntary body functions like heartbeat and digestion.

Happiness

A state of well-being and contentment characterized by emotions ranging from contentment to intense joy.