homeostasis Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
what is homeostasis
A
maintaining a stable internal environment
2
Q
why is homeostasis important
A
cells need to right conditions to function properly
3
Q
whats automatic control systems
A
to regulate your internal environment
4
Q
what are the 3 main components
A
receptors
coordination centers
effectors
5
Q
whats negative feedback
A
it counteracts change and used to keep internal environmental state
6
Q
whats an example
A
when level of water or temp gets too high or low, negative feedbsck makes it normal again
