Question

Which system is least affected by starvation? A. Muscular B. Nervous C. Skeletal D. Cardiovacular

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Skeletal

Explanation:

Starvation is the physiological sensation one feels when the body needs nutritional replacement. Ghrelin, a hormone released by the stomach when it is empty, acts directly on the brain causing the sensation of starvation to be activated. This sensation interferes with the functioning of many body systems such as the muscular, nervous and cardiomuscular system. By eating any food, the stomach in turn releases the hormone PYY which by acting equally in the brain releases the feeling of satiety and stopping the discomfort.

Although it affects various body systems, the sensation of starvation does not interfere with the functioning of the skeletal system.

Answer 2

The skeletal system is the answer