Thermoregulation is considered a negative feedback system because
A) it requires such a great deal of energy.
B) larger temperature changes trigger smaller responses.
C) restoring the desired temperature turns off the response.
D) hot and cold temperatures are the opposite of each other.

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Negative feedback systems work to maintain the body's internal environment within a narrow range of conditions. Thermoregulation is an example of a negative feedback system. When the body's temperature deviates from the desired range, sensors in the body detect the change and trigger responses to restore the temperature to the set point. Once the temperature returns to the desired range, the response is turned off, demonstrating the negative feedback loop. Therefore, choice C is correct.

Thermoregulation Is Considered a Negative Feedback System Because