Homeostasis means that the body is:
a. in the anatomical position
b. free of disease.
c. continuously adjusting to changes.
d. made up of many complex parts.
c
FEEDBACK: a. Incorrect. The anatomical position is when the body as viewed in a full upright position (standing), with the arms relaxed at the sides of the body, palms facing forward, feet pointed forward, and the eyes directed straight ahead.
b. Incorrect. Homeostasis does not refer to being free of disease.
c. Correct. Homeostasis means the body is continuously adjusting to changes to stay in balance.
d. Incorrect. Homeostasis does not refer to complexity of parts.
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