Homeostasis Quiz

What does homeostasis mean?

• Condition retention

• Temperature change

• Water loss

• Blood pressure increase

Which organ helps regulate body temperature?

• Lungs

• Heart

• Stomach

• Skin

What happens when the temperature is too high?

• Blood pressure rises

• Cells can die

• Body feels cold

• Sweat decreases

What do sweat glands do in high temperatures?

• Produce more sweat

• Stop sweating

• Increase blood flow

• Cool the blood

What do blood vessels do in low temperatures?

• Dilate

• Constrict

• Open wide

• Stay the same

How do cats cool down?

• Hide in the shade

• Bark loudly

• Run fast

• Lick their fur

What do snails do to reduce water loss?

• Produce fluid

• Stay in the sun

• Find dry places

• Run away

What is transpiration in plants?

• Water loss through leaves

• Water absorption by roots

• Growth of flowers

• Change of seasons

What controls the opening of the stoma in plants?

• Guard cells

• Flowers

• Leaves

• Roots

What happens to the body in a hot environment?

• Heart beats rapidly

• Body temperature drops

• Muscles work slowly

• Movement stops