The PH-Regulating Mechanisms, in Order from Most Rapid to Slowest

question 148

Essay

The pH-regulating mechanisms, in order from most rapid to slowest, are the ____________________, ____________________, and ____________________.

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Definitions:

Brown Fat

A type of body fat that is activated when cold, burning calories to generate heat and help maintain body temperature.

Body Temperature

Body temperature is a measure of the body's ability to generate and get rid of heat, important for maintaining metabolic processes.

Genetic Defect

An abnormality in the DNA sequence that can lead to diseases or developmental disorders.

Proteoglycans

Complex macromolecules found in animal tissues containing a core protein with covalently attached glycosaminoglycan (GAG) chains, playing key roles in cellular processes like proliferation and matrix assembly.