Homeostasis in Humans Flashcards
1
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Diabetes Mellitus
A
Disease that results from a shortage of insulin or poor quality insulin
2
Q
Homeostasis
A
The maintenance of a constant internal environment in the body, with narrow limits
3
Q
Osmoregulation
A
Control of the level of water in the body
4
Q
Sweat Glands
A
The glands that help to regulate body temperature through the production of sweat
5
Q
Tissue Fluid
A
The Fluid that bathes the cells of the body
6
Q
Vasoconstiction
A
A decease in the internal diameter of blood vessels which decreases blood flow
7
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Vasodilation
A
An increase in the internal diameter of blood vessel which increases blood flow
