Regulation (Leaving Cert Biology): Quizzes
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What is homeostasis?
What is homeostasis?
Maintenance of constant internal environment
What can happen if blood glucose levels are too low?
What can happen if blood glucose levels are too low?
Coma or death
What organs are damaged by high blood glucose levels?
What organs are damaged by high blood glucose levels?
Kidneys, nerves, and blood vessels
What is the function of insulin?
What is the function of insulin?
Lowers blood glucose levels
Where is insulin produced?
Where is insulin produced?
Islets of Langerhans in the pancreas
What value must blood pH be maintained at?
What value must blood pH be maintained at?
7.4
Which brain structure detects increased CO₂ levels?
Which brain structure detects increased CO₂ levels?
Medulla oblongata
What is calcium needed for in the body?
What is calcium needed for in the body?
Muscular contraction and healthy bones
What hormone increases calcium levels in the blood?
What hormone increases calcium levels in the blood?
Parathormone
What is an endotherm?
What is an endotherm?
Animal maintaining constant body temperature
What term describes animals that are not endotherms?
What term describes animals that are not endotherms?
Ectotherms