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burchfield96

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A(n) _____ is a value that is defended in order to maintain homeostasis.
 
  a. set point
  b. metabolism
  c. extrinsic balance
  d. emotion

Question 2

Caesar ingests a large meal, causing his blood glucose levels to rise. In response, Caesars pancreas releases insulin to remove glucose from the blood stream. As glucose levels drop, the pancreas stops releasing insulin. Which factor establishes the set point?
 
  a. insulin
  b. glucose
  c. pancreas
  d. blood


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Athena23

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Reply #1 on: Jun 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANSWER:
a

Answer to Question 2

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Wow, this really help

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