Which of the following examples illustrates a homeostatic mechanism?
A) shivering in response to a drop in body temperature
B) increasing body temperature during exercise
C) decreasing body temperature during prolonged exposure to cold conditions
D) dehydration from lack of water intake
E) frostbite on exposure to cold

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Shivering in response to a drop in body temperature is an example of a homeostatic mechanism because it is a physiological response that helps to maintain a constant internal body temperature. Shivering generates heat through muscle contractions, which raises body temperature and helps to counteract the drop in temperature. The other options do not involve a specific physiological response aimed at maintaining homeostasis.

Which of the Following Examples Illustrates a Homeostatic Mechanism