biological stress

What Is A Biological Stressor?

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What Is A Biological Stressor? An organism that finds itself, by accident or design, in a habitat to which it does not naturally belong. Examples include the fungus causing Dutch elm disease and certain types of algae and bacteria. From: biological stressor in A Dictionary of Environment and Conservation » What causes biological stressors? Biological

How Does Stress Affect You Biologically?

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How Does Stress Affect You Biologically? Stress causes the body to release the hormone cortisol, which is produced by the adrenal glands. Cortisol is important to blood pressure regulation and the normal functioning of several body systems including cardiovascular, circulatory, and male reproduction. What are three biological effects of stressors? The consistent and ongoing increase