Homeostasis

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What is the ability to maintain body temperature within a certain range called?

Back

Thermoregulation

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What does the pancreas release into the blood in response to high blood glucose levels?

Back

Insulin

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What is a normal blood glucose level?

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90 mg/100 mL

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What does the pancreas release into the blood in response to low blood glucose levels?

Back

Glucagon

Front

What is a response in the context of homeostasis?

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Your body's reaction to change.

Front

What is homeostasis?

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The process by which living organisms regulate their internal environment to maintain stable, constant conditions.

Front

What role does insulin play in blood glucose regulation?

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Insulin helps lower blood glucose levels by facilitating the uptake of glucose into cells.

Front

What role does glucagon play in blood glucose regulation?

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Glucagon raises blood glucose levels by promoting the release of glucose from the liver.

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What is the term for the body's ability to detect changes in the environment?

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Stimulus detection.

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What is the feedback mechanism that helps maintain homeostasis?

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Negative feedback.