​The ____ Functions to Convert Food into Simpler Substances That

question 16

Multiple Choice

​The ____ functions to convert food into simpler substances that along with other nutrients can be absorbed by the cells of the body.

• A) ​respiratory
• B) ​digestive
• C) ​urinary
• D) ​endocrine

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Definitions:

Catecholamines

A class of neurotransmitters including dopamine, norepinephrine, and epinephrine, involved in the body's stress response.

Stimulated

Refers to being excited or energized for action or increased activity, often in response to an external agent or condition.

Stressful Situations

Events or circumstances that cause strain or tension, often requiring adjustment or coping mechanisms from individuals to manage the accompanying emotional or physical stress.

Hans Selye

A pioneering Hungarian-Canadian endocrinologist known for his research on stress and the development of the General Adaptation Syndrome model.