Homeostasis

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What is homeostasis?

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Homeostasis is the tendency of an organism to maintain a balanced internal state in order to stay healthy.

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What happens to blood cells in a hypertonic solution?

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In a hypertonic solution, blood cells shrivel or shrink due to the loss of water.

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What is the opposite of a hypertonic solution?

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A hypotonic solution, where cells gain water and may swell.

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What is the role of shivering in response to cold temperatures?

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Shivering helps to increase body temperature by generating heat through muscle activity.

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Which organisms utilize homeostasis?

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All living things, including plants and animals, utilize homeostasis.

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What is an isotonic solution?

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An isotonic solution is one where the concentration of solutes is equal inside and outside the cell, resulting in no net movement of water.

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How does homeostasis relate to temperature regulation?

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Homeostasis involves mechanisms like sweating or shivering to maintain a stable body temperature despite external changes.

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What is a stimulus in the context of homeostasis?

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A stimulus is any change in the environment that triggers a response in an organism to maintain homeostasis.

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What is the significance of feedback mechanisms in homeostasis?

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Feedback mechanisms help regulate physiological processes by responding to changes and maintaining balance.

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What is the term for the process of maintaining stable internal conditions?

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The term is homeostasis.