Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a factor for which the body has a set point,or narrow range within which it must be maintained?

Accepted Answer

A)  blood pressure 
B)  body temperature 
C)  blood-glucose concentration 
D)  blood pH 
E)  All of the above are factors for which the body has a set point. 
A)  blood pressure 
B)  body temperature 
C)  blood-glucose concentration 
D)  blood pH 
E)  All of the above are factors for which the body has a set point. E

Question 2

The word homeostasis is derived from two Greek roots: "homeo" means alike or the same; "stasis" means standing.Explain why this combination of roots is a good term for the process of homeostasis.

Accepted Answer

Homeostasis involves maintaining a stable environment-"standing the same" implies stability.

Question 3

Based on what you know about mechanisms for generating additional heat,you would expect someone living in a very cold environment to

Accepted Answer

A) require many more Calories than someone living in a moderate environment. 
B) require many fewer Calories than someone living in a moderate environment. 
C) require the same amount of Calories than someone living in a moderate environment. 
D) require at least three times as much protein as someone living in a moderate environment. 
E) C and D. 
A) require many more Calories than someone living in a moderate environment. 
B) require many fewer Calories than someone living in a moderate environment. 
C) require the same amount of Calories than someone living in a moderate environment. 
D) require at least three times as much protein as someone living in a moderate environment. 
E) C and D. A

Question 4

Imagine that you have recently downed an extra large soda and are now feeling a bit panicky about finding the closest restroom.Which of the following conditions are most likely present in your body?

Accepted Answer

A)  lowered blood volume 
B)  raised osmolarity 
C)  lowered blood pressure 
D)  increased antidiuretic hormone (ADH) 
E)  None of the above. 
A)  lowered blood volume 
B)  raised osmolarity 
C)  lowered blood pressure 
D)  increased antidiuretic hormone (ADH) 
E)  None of the above.

Question 5

When the body is overheated,

Accepted Answer

A)  blood vessels near the skin surface will dilate. 
B)  lymph nodes will shrink. 
C)  the body will produce more blood to cool itself. 
D)  the heart will pause every few beats to reduce blood flow. 
E)  the body will begin to shiver. 
A)  blood vessels near the skin surface will dilate. 
B)  lymph nodes will shrink. 
C)  the body will produce more blood to cool itself. 
D)  the heart will pause every few beats to reduce blood flow. 
E)  the body will begin to shiver.

Question 6

Where is the hypothalamus located?

Accepted Answer

The hypothalamus is

Question 7

An organ is composed of different _________ types that work together to carry out a common function.

Accepted Answer

The answer of An organ is composed of different _________...

Question 8

Shivering generates _______.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Shivering generates _______.
...

Question 9

Define homeostasis.

Accepted Answer

Homeostasis is the maintenance

Question 10

Because of ________,hands,feet,and noses get cold before the rest of the body does.

Accepted Answer

A)  vasoconcentration 
B)  vasoconstriction 
C)  vasodilation 
D)  pH regulation 
E)  insulin 
A)  vasoconcentration 
B)  vasoconstriction 
C)  vasodilation 
D)  pH regulation 
E)  insulin

Question 11

Thermoregulation maintains the human body at about

Accepted Answer

A)  98.6°F. 
B)  200°F. 
C)  100°F. 
D)  102°F. 
E)  87°F. 
A)  98.6°F. 
B)  200°F. 
C)  100°F. 
D)  102°F. 
E)  87°F.

Question 12

You observe a butterfly sitting on a sunny leaf and realize that it is sunning itself.You conclude that butterflies

Accepted Answer

A)  are endotherms. 
B)  are ectotherms. 
C)  use nonshivering thermogenesis. 
D)  are ectotherms and use nonshivering thermogenesis. 
E)  experience acclimatization and not homeostasis. 
A)  are endotherms. 
B)  are ectotherms. 
C)  use nonshivering thermogenesis. 
D)  are ectotherms and use nonshivering thermogenesis. 
E)  experience acclimatization and not homeostasis.

Question 13

The _____ regulates blood-glucose levels.

Accepted Answer

A)  kidney 
B)  liver 
C)  hypothalamus 
D)  colon 
E)  pancreas 
A)  kidney 
B)  liver 
C)  hypothalamus 
D)  colon 
E)  pancreas

Question 14

Define vasoconstriction.

Accepted Answer

Vasoconstriction is

Question 15

List four tightly regulated body functions whose regulation is part of maintaining the body's homeostasis.

Accepted Answer

blood ph,body temper

Question 16

A structure in your body consists of epithelial cells that absorb nutrients,muscle cells that contract to move materials through the structure,nerve cells to coordinate the structure's activities,and connective tissue holding everything together.This structure is a(n)

Accepted Answer

A)  cell. 
B)  tissue. 
C)  organ. 
D)  organ system. 
E)  All of the above. 
A)  cell. 
B)  tissue. 
C)  organ. 
D)  organ system. 
E)  All of the above.

Question 17

One way to conserve heat is through

Accepted Answer

A)  vasoconstriction. 
B)  vasodilation. 
C)  shivering. 
D)  sleeping. 
E)  All of the above. 
A)  vasoconstriction. 
B)  vasodilation. 
C)  shivering. 
D)  sleeping. 
E)  All of the above.

Question 18

A tissue is composed of ________ that work together to carry out a specific function.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A tissue is composed of ________ that...

Question 19

Each of the following are considered warning signs of hypothermia,EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)  stumbles. 
B)  rumbles. 
C)  mumbles. 
D)  fumbles. 
E)  grumbles. 
A)  stumbles. 
B)  rumbles. 
C)  mumbles. 
D)  fumbles. 
E)  grumbles.

Question 20

The regulation of which of the following is NOT part of maintaining homeostasis?

Accepted Answer

A)  blood-glucose levels 
B)  salt concentration of body fluids 
C)  blood pressure 
D)  body temperature 
E)  room temperature 
A)  blood-glucose levels 
B)  salt concentration of body fluids 
C)  blood pressure 
D)  body temperature 
E)  room temperature

Exam 25: B: Overview of Physiology Man Versus Mountain

Which of the following is NOT a factor for which the body has a set point,or narrow range within which it must be maintained?

The word homeostasis is derived from two Greek roots: "homeo" means alike or the same; "stasis" means standing.Explain why this combination of roots is a good term for the process of homeostasis.

Based on what you know about mechanisms for generating additional heat,you would expect someone living in a very cold environment to

Imagine that you have recently downed an extra large soda and are now feeling a bit panicky about finding the closest restroom.Which of the following conditions are most likely present in your body?

When the body is overheated,

Where is the hypothalamus located?

An organ is composed of different _________ types that work together to carry out a common function.

Shivering generates _______.

Define homeostasis.

Because of ________,hands,feet,and noses get cold before the rest of the body does.

Thermoregulation maintains the human body at about

You observe a butterfly sitting on a sunny leaf and realize that it is sunning itself.You conclude that butterflies

The _____ regulates blood-glucose levels.

Define vasoconstriction.

List four tightly regulated body functions whose regulation is part of maintaining the body's homeostasis.

A structure in your body consists of epithelial cells that absorb nutrients,muscle cells that contract to move materials through the structure,nerve cells to coordinate the structure's activities,and connective tissue holding everything together.This structure is a(n)

One way to conserve heat is through

A tissue is composed of ________ that work together to carry out a specific function.

Each of the following are considered warning signs of hypothermia,EXCEPT

The regulation of which of the following is NOT part of maintaining homeostasis?

The Process of Science Java Report

Chemistry and Molecules of Life Mission to Mars

Cell Function and Structure Wonder Drug

Nutrition,metabolism,enzymes the Peanut Butter Project

Energy Flow and Photosynthesis the Future of Fuel

Dietary Energy and Cellular Respiration Supersize Me

DNA Structure and Replication Biologically Unique

Genes to Proteins Medicine From Milk

Cell Division and Mitosis Natures Pharmacy

Mutations and Cancer Fighting Fate

Single-Gene Inheritance and Meiosis Rock for a Cause

Complex Inheritance Qa: Genetics

Stem Cells and Cell Differentiation Grow Your Own

Natural Selection and Adaptation Bugs That Resist Drugs

A: Nonadaptive Evolution and Speciation Urban Evolution

B: Nonadaptive Evolution and Speciation Urban Evolution

Evidence for Evolution a Fish With Fingers

Life on Earth Qa: Evolution

Prokaryotic Diversity Lost City

A: Eukaryotic Diversity Rain Forest Riches

B: Eukaryotic Diversity Rain Forest Riches

Human Evolution Skin Deep

A: Population Ecology on the Tracks of Wolves and Moose

B: Population Ecology on the Tracks of Wolves and Moose

A: Community Ecology Whats Happening to Honey Bees

B: Community Ecology Whats Happening to Honey Bees

A: Ecosystem Ecology the Heat Is on

B: Ecosystem Ecology the Heat Is on

A: Sustainability the Makings of a Green City

B: Sustainability the Makings of a Green City

A: Overview of Physiology Man Versus Mountain

Digestive System Drastic Measures

A: Cardiovascular System Death in Bogalusa

B: Cardiovascular System Death in Bogalusa

Respiratory System Peak Performance

A: Central Nervous System Smoke on the Brain

B: Central Nervous System Smoke on the Brain

Reproductive System Too Many Multiples

Immune System Viral Mysteries

A: Plant Physiology

B: Plant Physiology

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