Homeostasis and Feedback Loops

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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is homeostasis?
Back
The tendency of an organism to maintain a balanced state in order to stay healthy.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a positive feedback response?
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A process that amplifies a response until a specific goal is achieved, such as the release of hormones during childbirth.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a negative feedback loop?
Back
A process that counteracts a change to bring the system back to its set point, such as maintaining body temperature.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What role do hormones play in homeostasis?
Back
Hormones act as signals that help regulate various bodily functions to maintain balance.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the endocrine system?
Back
A group of glands that work together with the nervous system to coordinate all body functions.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Give an example of a positive feedback loop in the human body.
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Childbirth, where the release of oxytocin increases contractions until delivery.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Give an example of a negative feedback loop in the human body.
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Regulation of blood glucose levels, where insulin lowers blood sugar when it's high.
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