The Negative Feedback Loop That Ensures That Testosterone Is Maintained

question 86

Multiple Choice

The negative feedback loop that ensures that testosterone is maintained at the right level includes the

• A)hypothalamus,the adrenal gland,and the pituitary gland
• B)hypothalamus,the pituitary gland,and the testes
• C)prostate gland,the pituitary gland,and the testes
• D)testes,the hypothalamus,and the adrenal gland

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Definitions:

Sensory Adaptation

The process by which sensory receptors become less sensitive to constant stimuli over time, leading to a decrease in sensation.

Masking Stimulus

A stimulus that interferes with the perception of another stimulus, often used in psychological experiments to study attention processes.

Accommodation

A concept in cognitive psychology where existing mental schemas are adjusted or expanded to incorporate new information.

Adaptation

The process by which an organism becomes better suited to its habitat through genetic changes and behavioral adjustments.