Question

question 25 (mandatory) (1 point) a state of equilibrium in the internal environment of the body is called a) metabolism. b) homeostasis. c) cretinism. d) glycogenesis. e) hirsutism. question 26 (mandatory) (1 point) the combining form (cf) adren/o means a) adenoids. b) parathyroid glands. c) thymus gland. d) thyroid gland. e) adrenal glands.

Explanation:

For question 25, homeostasis is the state of equilibrium in the body's internal environment. Metabolism is the set of life - sustaining chemical processes. Cretinism is a condition due to congenital hypothyroidism. Glycogenesis is the process of glycogen synthesis. Hirsutism is excessive hair growth in women. For question 26, the combining form adren/o refers to the adrenal glands. Adenoids are lymphoid tissue in the nasopharynx. Parathyroid glands regulate calcium levels. The thymus gland is involved in immune function. The thyroid gland is involved in metabolism regulation.

Answer:

Question 25: b) homeostasis
Question 26: e) adrenal glands