When our body temperature rises above 37°C or 98°F, a negative feedback mechanism will be triggered to lower the body temperature. As a result, our sweat glands release sweat to cool the body temperature. What part of the negative feedback mechanism is the sweat gland?

A) stimulus
B) effector
C) receptor
D) control center


B

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What will be an ideal response?

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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