In the Osmoregulation Feedback Loop,________ Is/are Examples of Sensors and _______

question 48

Multiple Choice

In the osmoregulation feedback loop,________ is/are examples of sensors and _______ is/are examples of effectors.

• A) the kidneys;the hypothalamus
• B) the hypothalamus;blood-pressure receptors in the blood vessels
• C) the kidneys;blood-volume receptors in the heart
• D) blood-volume receptors in the heart;blood-pressure receptors in the blood vessels
• E) blood-volume receptors in the heart;the kidneys

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Definitions:

Conscious Awareness

The state of being awake and aware of one's surroundings, thoughts, and emotions.

Thalamus

A small structure within the brain that serves as a relay station for sensory and motor signals to the cerebral cortex.

Neurons

The basic working units of the brain, specialized cells that transmit information to other nerve cells, muscle, or gland cells.

Consciousness

The state of being aware of and able to think about one's own existence, sensations, thoughts, surroundings, and experiences.