In physiological terms, a set point can be defined as
a. the value of a parameter, such as the concentration of sugar in the blood, that homeostatic mechanisms aim to maintain.
b. the value of a parameter, such as the concentration of sugar in the blood, that set homeostatic mechanisms in motion.
c. the location in a thermal gradient at which a poikilothermic organism rests, reflecting is preferred body temperature.
d. the winning stroke in a tennis match.
a
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A. Tympanic membrane B. Stapes C. Incus D. Vestibule E. Cochlea
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A. 3 B. 4 C. 5 D. 6
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