Exam 26: Overview of Physiology

Receptors in the heart and blood vessels signal the hypothalamus when blood pressure becomes too high or too low.This is an example of which two organ systems working together?

Based on the information presented in your text about blood-glucose regulation,it is reasonable to infer that

Heat conservation by the body can actually lead to frostbite because

Dehydration is associated with _______ osmolarity and _______ blood pressure.

A _________ is an example of an endotherm,and a ________ is an example of an ectotherm.

What is the proper order for the following four events? I.glucagon is released II.blood glucose drops III.insulin is released IV.blood glucose rises

The ideal temperature for the function of most human enzymes is about

All of the following are involved in thermoregulation,EXCEPT

You have many glands throughout your body that function to regulate your anatomical functions.The glands are ______ that make up a(n)______.

The kidneys respond to a decrease in osmolarity by _____.

An organ system that is probably NOT directly involved in osmoregulation is the _________ system.

Energy is stored in the body as

Hikers on Mt.Everest often die when their body temperature drops too low.This condition is called _____.

Which organ system includes the pituitary gland,thyroid,and adrenal glands?

Which of the following is most similar in function to whale blubber?

What internal signals are associated with dehydration?

One way to conserve heat is through

Why is shivering an effective way to maintain homeostasis?

Glucagon is released from the pancreas when _____.

The ideal temperature for the function of most human enzymes is about ______ degrees Fahrenheit.