ANATOMY

GENERAL ANATOMY

NERVOUS SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is an example of homeostasis?
A
Your feet pulling away when being tickled.
B
Your stomach growling when your body needs nutrients.
C
Your hair growing really long in the summer.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -In the digestive system, homeostasis is achieved by a series of processes controlled by various organs and tissues. The mouth and stomach secrete fluid to help digestion, while the pancreas produces enzymes that break down food into smaller particles before they enter the small intestine.

Detailed explanation-2: -Homeostasis is maintained by all body systems, including the digestive system. The digestive system maintains homeostasis by ensuring that the stomach environment has the right pH balance. The body uses both positive and negative mechanisms to maintain homeostasis.

Detailed explanation-3: -Gastrointestinal (GI) homeostasis is the balance between the functions of the epithelial cells lining the gut, the immune responses to pathogenic organisms, the tolerance of commensal bacteria. Maintenance of homeostasis plays an essential part in ensuring normal physiology and performance of the GI tract.

Detailed explanation-4: -Body temperature regulation. Blood pressure regulation. Blood sugar regulation.

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