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Who suggested the name homeostasis for the relatively constant states maintained by the body?

  • Claude Bernard
  • A contemporary physiologist
  • An ancient philosopher
  • Walter B. Cannon (correct)
  • What is the literal meaning of homeostasis?

  • Relative constancy
  • Constant change
  • A condition that may vary
  • Staying exactly the same all the time (correct)
  • What did Claude Bernard note about body cells survival?

  • Depends on maintaining homeostasis (correct)
  • Depends on external factors
  • Relies on constant change
  • Is not related to internal environment
  • What is the most important business of the body?

    <p>Survival</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does homeostasis depend on?

    <p>The body's ceaselessly carrying on many activities</p> Signup and view all the answers

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