Scientists Recently Discovered That Chronic Stress Increases Levels of ______

question 16

Multiple Choice

Scientists recently discovered that chronic stress increases levels of ______, which may contribute to the physical health problems associated with psychological stress.

• A) inflammation
• B) immune system functioning
• C) hair growth
• D) positive moods

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Definitions:

Concentrated Urine

Urine that has a higher concentration of solutes due to reduced water content, often indicative of dehydration or renal function.

Malpighian Tubules

Excretory tubules found in arthropods, like insects, which remove wastes from the hemolymph and excrete them into the gut.

Arthropods

Invertebrate animals characterized by their exoskeleton, segmented body, and jointed appendages, including insects, arachnids, myriapods, and crustaceans.

Antidiuretic Hormone

A hormone that helps to control water balance in the body by reducing the amount of water excreted by the kidneys.