Chapter 28 Human Systems and Homeostasis

Question 1

Determination

Answer 1

Process by which stem cells become committed to develop into only one type of cell

Question 2

Differentiation

Answer 2

Process by which committed cells acquire the structures and functions of highly specialized cells

Question 3

Tissue

Answer 3

A group of cells that work together to preform a similar function

Question 4

Organ

Answer 4

Group of different types of tissues that work together to perform a specific function or related functions

Question 5

Organ System

Answer 5

Two or more organs that work in a coordinated way to carry out similar functions

Question 6

Homeostasis

Answer 6

Regulation and maintenance of constant internal conditions in an organism

Question 7

Feedback

Answer 7

Information that is compared with a set of ideal values and aids in maintaining homeostasis

Question 8

Positive Feedback

Answer 8

Control system in which sensory information causes the body to increase the rate of change away from homeostasis

Question 9

Negative Feedback

Answer 9

Control system for homeostasis that adjusts the body’s conditions when the conditions vary from ideal

Question 10

Thermoregulation

Answer 10

Process of the body maintaining a stable internal temperature under various conditions