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EY67

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The process by which the body attempts to maintain a stable, internal environment in order to maintain physiological activities and proper balance is known as:
 
  a. Homeostasis
  b. Hemostasis
  c. Hemodynamics
  d. Hemolysis

Question 2

The fibrous protein that makes up your hair, fingernails, and toenails is called
 
  A) melanin.
   B) keratin.
   C) collagen.
   D) elastin.



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Answer to Question 1

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Rational: a. Correct.
b. Hemostasis is the body's attempt to correct bleeding and is a function of homeostasis.
c. Hemodynamics is the regulation of fluid movement through the blood vessels and is a component of homeostasis.
d. Hemolysis is the destruction of blood cells.

Answer to Question 2

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