Exam 39: Introduction to Animal Organization and Physiology

Which component of a negative feedback mechanism is responsible for producing the result that counteracts the original environmental change away from homeostasis?

-In the figure, how would you identify negative feedback component B?

Which major tissue category often has more extracellular matrix material than cellular material?

Which of the following is a result of a positive feedback?

-In the figure, how would you identify negative feedback component D?

Which term refers to the process in which an environmental stimulus triggers a response that compensates for changes in the internal/external environment?

Which of the following is a result of a positive feedback?

Match each organ system with its description. -skeletal system

Which of the following is an example of a neural function?

Match each tissue with its description. -columnar epithelium

Which of the following structures is an example of a tissue?

Which term refers to two or more different tissues arranged to carry out a specific function?

Suppose you are examining the processes of muscle contraction in fishes. What type of study is this an example of?

Match each organ system with its description. -integumentary system

Which parts of the bone are expected to be extremely active in a growing child?

Match each tissue with its description. -nervous tissue

Match each tissue with its description. -cardiac muscle

Which organ system is responsible for eliminating metabolic wastes from the body?

Which term refers to a group of specialized cells of similar structure and function?

What are the two most important organ systems for the maintenance of homeostasis?