Question

14 multiple choice 1 point which sequence best describes an interaction between the integumentary and excretory systems that helps maintain homeostasis? blood sugar levels rise → pancreas secretes insulin → blood sugar continues to rise heart rate increases → blood vessels constrict → blood pressure increases body temperature increases → glands release sweat → body temperature decreases blood vessel is damaged → platelets begin to clump → blood vessel ruptures

Explanation:

The integumentary system (skin with sweat glands) and excretory system (sweat glands also play a role in excretion of waste like salts and water). When body temperature increases, sweat glands (part of integumentary system) release sweat. As sweat evaporates, it cools the body (body temperature decreases), which is a homeostatic mechanism.

• First option: Involves pancreas (endocrine system) and blood sugar regulation (not integumentary - excretory interaction).
• Second option: Involves cardiovascular system (heart, blood vessels) and blood pressure (not integumentary - excretory interaction).
• Fourth option: Involves blood clotting (platelets, blood vessels) which is part of circulatory system's hemostasis (not integumentary - excretory interaction).

Answer:

Body temperature increases → Glands release sweat → Body temperature decreases