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natalie2426

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on: Jun 22, 2018
Define the process of homeostasis, and then describe two homeostatic functions that our bodies perform.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Assumptions about the purpose of sex typically fall into three categories. Discuss the three categories, noting the differences in the importance of each category between men and women.
 
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Mholman93

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Reply #1 on: Jun 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Homeostasis is the body's attempt to maintain equilibrium. Examples could include
the body's responses to hunger and thirst, regulation of the heart rate when
exercising and at rest, perspiring to cool the body and shivering to warm it, and
breathing deeply during periods of activity.

Answer to Question 2

The three assumptions about the purpose of sex are reproduction, relationship, and
recreation. Emerging adults who believe that the purpose of sex is reproduction tend
to marry young. More women than men hold this belief. Those who believe that the
purpose of sex is to strengthen relationships tend to follow the path of dating, falling
in love, having sex, maybe living together, and marriage. More women than men hold
this belief. Those who believe that the purpose of sex is recreation tend to lack
commitment. More men than women hold this belief.


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