The Body's Automatic Tendency to Maintain a Constant and Optimal

question 53

Multiple Choice

The body's automatic tendency to maintain a constant and optimal internal environment is termed as ________.

• A) balanced equilibrium
• B) physiological chance
• C) homeostasis
• D) static equilibrium

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