Biology
Biology
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ISBN: 9781260494570
Author: Raven, Peter
Publisher: MCGRAW-HILL HIGHER EDUCATION
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Chapter 41, Problem 5A
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Feedback mechanisms are the general mechanisms of nervous or hormonal regulation in animals. Negative feedback is when the response diminishes the original stimulus, whereas positive feedback is when the response enhances the original stimulus.

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