The cumulative physical damage of chronic exposure to stress hormones is known as the ________ load.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


allostatic

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The immune system is a network of cells, tissues, and organs throughout the body

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The combining form vesic/o- means ________

A) "bladder; fluid-filled sac" B) "vesicle" C) "urinary system; urine" D) "vessel"

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Over-the-counter (OTC) drugs can be misused and can cause health problems

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Differentiate between the underlying factors related to cystic fibrosis and those related to diabetes.

A. Diabetes is primarily related to genetic errors whereas interaction of behavior and environment contribute significantly to cystic fibrosis. B. Both conditions are primarily the result of genetic errors. C. Cystic fibrosis is the result of genetic errors whereas interaction of behavior and environment contribute significantly to diabetes. D. Both conditions are due primarily to interaction of behavior and environment.

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