Overview of Homeostasis (HSC SSCE Biology): Quizzes
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What is homeostasis?
What is homeostasis?
Maintenance of stable internal state
What does the Greek word 'homoios' mean in the term homeostasis?
What does the Greek word 'homoios' mean in the term homeostasis?
Like or the same
What is the set point for normal human body temperature?
What is the set point for normal human body temperature?
Around
What are tolerance limits in homeostasis?
What are tolerance limits in homeostasis?
Upper & lower boundaries of acceptable range
Why is homeostasis critical for enzyme function?
Why is homeostasis critical for enzyme function?
Enzymes are sensitive to their surroundings
Which two systems maintain homeostasis in mammals?
Which two systems maintain homeostasis in mammals?
Nervous and endocrine systems
What is the role of the hypothalamus in homeostasis?
What is the role of the hypothalamus in homeostasis?
Acts as control centre & bridges systems
Why is it called 'negative' feedback?
Why is it called 'negative' feedback?
The response opposes the original change
What are the two stages of the homeostatic process?
What are the two stages of the homeostatic process?
Detecting change & counteracting change
What are effectors in a negative feedback mechanism?
What are effectors in a negative feedback mechanism?
Muscles, organs & glands carrying out response