Feedback Systems Flashcards
(6 cards)
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Feedback System
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A cycle of events in which the status of a body condition is monitored, evaluated, changed, remonitored, reevaluated, etc
2
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Receptor
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A body structure that monitors changes in a controlled condition and sends input to a control center
3
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Control Center
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Sets a narrow range (or set point) within which a controlled condition should be maintained, evaluates the input received from receptors, and generates output commands when needed
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Effector
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A body structure that receives output from the control center and produces a response or effect that changes the controlled condition
5
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Negative feedback system
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Reverses a change in a controlled condition
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Positive feedback system
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Strengthens or reinforces a change in one of the body’s controlled conditions
