After spending several days at a high altitude,where oxygen pressure is low,a person will begin to produce more red blood cells,which enhances the ability of blood to carry oxygen to the tissues.What term best describes this type of response?
A)Developmental acclimatization
B)Positive feedback
C)Physiological acclimatization
D)Feedforward regulation
E)Evolution

Question

After spending several days at a high altitude,where oxygen pressure is low,a person will begin to produce more red blood cells,which enhances the ability of blood to carry oxygen to the tissues.What term best describes this type of response?
A)Developmental acclimatization
B)Positive feedback
C)Physiological acclimatization
D)Feedforward regulation
E)Evolution

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Physiological acclimatization refers to the body's ability to adapt to changes in the environment, such as the increase in red blood cell production to enhance oxygen-carrying capacity at high altitudes. Developmental acclimatization refers to changes that occur during development or growth, such as a person growing taller to adapt to a colder climate. Positive feedback is a type of feedback loop that amplifies a response, which is not applicable in this scenario. Feedforward regulation refers to the body's ability to anticipate and prepare for changes in the environment, which is also not applicable in this scenario. Evolution refers to changes that occur over generations, which does not explain the individual's response to high altitude.

After Spending Several Days at a High Altitude,where Oxygen Pressure