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imanialler

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on: Jun 22, 2018
Because there can be a long delay between ingestion and the digestion/assimilation of a substance into a system, a ________ is needed to help regulate ingestive behavior.
 
  A) satiety mechanism
  B) set point
  C) positive feedback loop
  D) negative feedback factor
  E) correctional mechanism

Question 2

The process of ________ regulates the fluid that bathes our cells.
 
  A) positive feedback
  B) homeostasis
  C) hemostasis
  D) hypovolemia
  E) osmogenesis


mcarey591

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

Answer: A
Rationale: Satiety mechanisms help to regulate systems in which there is a delay between ingestion and absorption of a needed substance.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: B


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