homeostasis bellwork

Which systems work together?

• the digestive system and the muscular system

• the skeletal system and the circulatory system

• the muscular system and the nervous system

• all of the systems work together

What do you think homeostasis is?

• Keeping your body systems stable

• Staying at home

• Making body systems unstable

If the environment gets cold, we will often shiver in order to:

• keep body temperature the same as the external temperature
• decrease body temperature
• increase body temperature
• regulate blood pressure

Why is the sensation of thirst important to maintaining homeostasis?

• Water removed by the kidneys must be replaced

• Oxygen cannot diffuse into cells if a person is dehydrated

• Water molecules are needed to carry carbon dioxide waste to the kidneys

The group of organisms that use the process of homeostasis includes

• mammals, only

• animals, only

• plants and animals

• all living things

Which of the following is NOT an example of homeostasis?

• A human producing gametes

• A plant bending toward sunlight

• A bird drinking water when thirsty

• A dog stealing chicken off the kitchen counter when hungry