Feedback Loops

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What is a Negative Feedback Loop?

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A process that prevents small changes from getting larger, helping to maintain stability in a system.

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What is a Positive Feedback Loop?

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A process where each action amplifies the other, leading to an increase in the effect.

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What happens in a Positive Feedback Loop?

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Responses build up and amplify until a significant change occurs.

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Give an example of a Positive Feedback Loop.

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An advertisement that gains more views, leading to more exposure due to algorithmic promotion.

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Give an example of a Negative Feedback Loop.

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A thermostat that regulates room temperature by turning the heating or cooling system on and off.

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What is the main purpose of a Negative Feedback Loop?

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To maintain homeostasis or stability in a system.

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What is the main purpose of a Positive Feedback Loop?

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To drive processes to completion or to amplify a response.

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How do Negative Feedback Loops affect systems?

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They counteract changes, keeping systems stable.

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How do Positive Feedback Loops affect systems?

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They enhance changes, leading to greater effects.

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What is an example of a biological Positive Feedback Loop?

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The process of childbirth, where contractions lead to more contractions.