When faced with external challenges such as stressful situations, the human body adapts by altering internal physiological processes. This process of adaptation and adjustment is referred to as
A) allostasis.
B) homeostasis.
C) peristalsis.
D) transcription.

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Allostasis refers to the process of achieving stability through change or adaptation in response to external challenges or stressors. It involves shifts in physiological, behavioral, and psychological responses to maintain stability or homeostasis in the body. Homeostasis, on the other hand, refers to the maintenance of a stable internal environment within the body, without necessarily involving adaptation or change in response to external challenges. Peristalsis is the coordinated muscular contraction and relaxation of the digestive tract to move food along. Transcription is the process by which genetic information in DNA is converted into RNA.

When Faced with External Challenges Such as Stressful Situations, the Human