Life: The Science of Biology 11th Edition

Published by W. H. Freeman
ISBN 10: 1-31901-016-4
ISBN 13: 978-1-31901-016-4

Chapter 39 - Physiology, Homeostasis, and Temperature Regulation - 39.1 - Animals Are Composed of Organs Built from Four Types of Tissues - 39.1 Recap - Learning Outcomes - Page 827: 3

Answer

A thermometer is built into the control panel for the air conditioning that gauges the temperature and activates the air conditioning once it reaches a certain set point. This represents a negative feedback mechanism because colder temperatures will cause the air conditioner to eventually stop, particularly at the end of the day.

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A thermometer is built into the control panel for the air conditioning that gauges the temperature and activates the air conditioning once it reaches a certain set point. This represents a negative feedback mechanism because colder temperatures will cause the air conditioner to eventually stop, particularly at the end of the day.
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