Animal Response to Stimuli

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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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How does the body respond to exercise?

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During exercise, the body increases heart rate to pump more blood to muscles and sweats to cool down.

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What role does the nervous system play in homeostasis?

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The nervous system regulates homeostasis by sending signals to different body systems to maintain balance.

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What is a stimulus?

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A stimulus is any change in the environment that causes a response in an organism.

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What is a response?

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A response is the reaction of an organism to a stimulus.

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What is the fight or flight response?

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The fight or flight response is a physiological reaction that occurs in response to a perceived harmful event, attack, or threat to survival.

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How do organisms maintain homeostasis when they are thirsty?

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Organisms maintain homeostasis when thirsty by drinking water.

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What is the relationship between stimulus and response?

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The relationship between stimulus and response is often described as cause and effect.

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What happens to heart rate during exercise?

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Heart rate increases during exercise to supply more oxygen and nutrients to the muscles.

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What is the role of sweating in homeostasis?

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Sweating helps cool the body down to maintain a stable internal temperature.