Homeostasis Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
Define Homesostasis
A
Maintatemace of a constant internal environment, within physiological limits, regardless of external changes in the environment.
2
Q
Body systems work together to maintain homeostatic responses
A
*nervous system
*Endocrine system
3
Q
Basic components in homeostasis
A
*Receptors
*Brain (control centre)
*Effectors
4
Q
Negative feedback
A
*stimulus reverses or eliminates the change.
5
Q
Positive feedback
A
*condition strengthens or enchanes the change
