Homeostasis - Living Environment

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What is the term for maintaining internal temperature?

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Thermoregulation

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What is the maintenance of an organism's internal environment called?

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Homeostasis

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What happens when the environment gets cold and we shiver?

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We shiver to increase body temperature.

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How does insulin reduce blood glucose levels?

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Insulin promotes the uptake of glucose into cells through a transporter.

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Which organelle releases the energy stored inside food?

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Mitochondria.

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What is homeostasis?

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Homeostasis is the process by which living organisms maintain a stable internal environment despite changes in external conditions.

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What role does the hypothalamus play in thermoregulation?

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The hypothalamus acts as the body's thermostat, regulating temperature by triggering responses like sweating or shivering.

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What is the significance of feedback mechanisms in homeostasis?

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Feedback mechanisms help maintain homeostasis by detecting changes and initiating responses to counteract those changes.

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What is the difference between positive and negative feedback in homeostasis?

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Negative feedback reduces the output or activity of a system, while positive feedback enhances or increases the output.

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How do kidneys contribute to homeostasis?

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Kidneys help maintain homeostasis by regulating water balance, electrolyte levels, and removing waste products from the blood.