Homeostasis

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What is homeostasis?

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Homeostasis is the maintenance of a relatively stable internal environment in the body, often incorporating feedback regulation.

Front

What happens when the environment gets cold?

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The body shivers to increase body temperature.

Front

What system controls and coordinates body activities through electric impulses?

Back

The nervous system.

Front

What system controls growth and homeostasis by secreting hormones?

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The endocrine system.

Front

What hormone makes the liver store sugars?

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Insulin.

Front

What is the role of the nervous system in homeostasis?

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It transmits messages between the brain, spinal cord, and nerves to regulate body functions.

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What is feedback regulation in homeostasis?

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Feedback regulation is a process where the body uses information from the internal environment to maintain stability.

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What is the difference between the nervous system and the endocrine system?

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The nervous system uses electrical impulses for quick responses, while the endocrine system uses hormones for slower, longer-lasting effects.

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How does the body respond to overheating?

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The body sweats to cool down and maintain a stable internal temperature.

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What is the function of glucagon?

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Glucagon raises blood sugar levels by signaling the liver to release stored glucose.