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24.

How does diffusion limit the size of an organism? How is this counteracted?

25.

What is the relationship between BMR and body size? Why?

26.

How can squamous epithelia both facilitate diffusion and prevent damage from abrasion?

27.

What are the similarities between cartilage and bone?

28.

Why are negative feedback loops used to control body homeostasis?

29.

Why is a fever a “good thing” during a bacterial infection?

30.

How is a condition such as diabetes a good example of the failure of a set point in humans?

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