. Distinguish between a negative feedback mechanism and a positive feedback mechanism. 2. Does the regulation of body temperature involve a negative feedback mechanism or a positive fe back mechanism? Why?

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Activity 3: Studying Homeostasis and Organ System Interactions
1. Distinguish between a negative feedback mechanism and a positive feedback mechanism.
2. Does the regulation of body temperature involve a negative feedback mechanism or a positive feed-
back mechanism?
Why?
3. In the regulation of body temperature,
a. which component serves as the receptor?
b. which component serves as the control center?
c. which component serves as the effector?
4. Describe one way in which each of the following organ systems contributes to the regulation of
body temperature.
a. nervous
b. cardiovascular
Transcribed Image Text:Activity 3: Studying Homeostasis and Organ System Interactions 1. Distinguish between a negative feedback mechanism and a positive feedback mechanism. 2. Does the regulation of body temperature involve a negative feedback mechanism or a positive feed- back mechanism? Why? 3. In the regulation of body temperature, a. which component serves as the receptor? b. which component serves as the control center? c. which component serves as the effector? 4. Describe one way in which each of the following organ systems contributes to the regulation of body temperature. a. nervous b. cardiovascular
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