Week 11 Homeostasis Flashcards
1
Q
Define homeostasis?
A
Regulation of in internal conditions. Usually don by a system of feedback controls.
2
Q
Why is homeostasis important?
A
Stabilise health and functioning regardless of the outside conditions
3
Q
What is important to maintain homeostasis in the body?
A
Concentration of gases in the body
Temperature
Concentration of electrolytes
4
Q
What are the key parts of the negative feedback loop?
A
Stimulus Receptor Integrator Effector Response
