Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach (7th Edition)
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Author: Dee Unglaub Silverthorn
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Explain the differences among positive feedback, negative feedback, and feedforward mechanisms. Under what circumstances would each be advantageous?
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- What are positive and negative feedback mechanisms. Explain each using an example.arrow_forwardPositive feedback processes invloves : a) Work in anticipation of changes in regulated variable b) Lead to instability of the regulated variable. c) Tend to force physiological variables back to set point, opposite direction of deviation d) Ten to force physiological variables away from their set point, further deviating itarrow_forwardcompare and contrast positive feedback and negative feedback using the cenn diagram.arrow_forward
- Choose a negative feedback loop and state the 5 components. Explain how positive feedback is different from negative feedback and give an example of positive feedback.arrow_forwardDescribe a negative-feedback mechanism and give an example.arrow_forwardDescribe a general physiological control system, includingthe role of negative feedback.arrow_forward
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