Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780321919007
Author: Elaine N. Marieb
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 1, Problem 11SAE
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The roles of the receptors, effectors, and control center in homeostasis.
Introduction:
The ability of the body of an organism to maintain the relatively stable internal conditions, in spite of being surrounded by the continuously altering environment is known as homeostasis. It is the state of dynamic equilibrium, in which the internal body conditions vary within a relatively narrow range.
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Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)
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Ch. 1 - Prob. 11SAECh. 1 - Explain the difference between positive and...Ch. 1 - Many body structures are symmetrical. Are the...Ch. 1 - Describe the locations that the following body...Ch. 1 - Which of the following organ systems-digestive,...Ch. 1 - A diagnostic radiographer told John that she was...Ch. 1 - 23. How is the concept of homeostasis (or its...Ch. 1 - Jennifer fell off her motorcycle and tore a nerve...Ch. 1 - Mr. Garica is behaving abnormally and doctors...Ch. 1 - 19. Parathyroid hormone (PTH) is secreted in...Ch. 1 - 20. Mr. Harvey, a computer programmer, has been...
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