For the human body to function correctly, the right amount of sugar must be present in the blood. Several hormones are produced by the body as part of a mechanism to counteract changes in blood sugar so that the amount of sugar remains relatively constant.
Which characteristic of life does this situation exemplify?
A-irritability
B-energy
C-homeostasis
D-adaptation
D?
well A and B seem REALLY off to me, so then C...?
nope.
Well the definition for homeostasis talks about equilibrium and the balance of bodily functions, so homeostasis would make sense as an answer choice to me.
Thanks for the help
No, the correct answer is C- homeostasis.
Homeostasis is the characteristic of life that refers to the ability of an organism or system to maintain a stable internal environment despite external changes. In this situation, the body is maintaining a relatively constant level of sugar in the blood by producing hormones to counteract changes. This is a mechanism that helps to maintain homeostasis in the body.
To arrive at this answer, you should have understood the definition of homeostasis and recognized its application in the given scenario. You can learn about homeostasis by studying biology or related subjects, reading textbooks, or researching reputable scientific sources. Building a strong foundation in biology and physiology can help you understand how different physiological processes contribute to homeostasis in the human body.