EBK HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY
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ISBN: 9780133983401
Author: Silverthorn
Publisher: YUZU
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Chapter 15, Problem 1RQ
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To determine: The organs whose homeostasis is maintained at the first preference by blood pressure.
Introduction: Homeostasis is the process by which equilibrium conditions are maintained in the body irrespective of changing environmental conditions. For example, the temperature of the human body is maintained at 37°C. However, the environmental temperature changes continuously.
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