Which Is a Physiological Description Rather Than an Anatomical One

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which is a physiological description rather than an anatomical one?

• A)The muscles of the intestinal wall contract slowly and involuntarily.
• B)The walls of blood capillaries are composed of a thin epithelium.
• C)The muscles of the thigh are composed of skeletal muscle tissue.
• D)There are fenestrations (openings)between the epithelial cells in capillary walls.
• E)The esophageal wall includes a middle layer of dense irregular connective tissue.

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Definitions:

Neophobia

An intense or irrational fear of anything new, novel, or unfamiliar.

Homeostasis

The process by which living organisms maintain a stable internal environment despite changes in external conditions.

Set Point

A theory suggesting there's a fixed, natural body weight or baseline that the body seeks to maintain.

Subjective Perceptions

Individual interpretations or experiences of reality, influenced by personal feelings, tastes, or opinions.