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What is the primary goal of homeostasis?
What is the primary goal of homeostasis?
- To adapt the internal environment to match the external environment
- To keep the conditions of the internal environment constant despite changes in the external environment (correct)
- To allow the internal environment to fluctuate freely
- To maintain a constantly changing internal environment
Which of the following is an example of homeostasis?
Which of the following is an example of homeostasis?
- Fluctuating body temperature
- Unregulated hormonal levels in the blood
- Uncontrolled blood glucose level
- Maintaining a constant pH of the blood (correct)
What is the meaning of the Greek word 'Stasis' in the context of homeostasis?
What is the meaning of the Greek word 'Stasis' in the context of homeostasis?
- Changing
- Fluctuating
- Adapting
- Standing or staying (correct)
Which component is NOT included in the controlled conditions of the internal environment for homeostasis?
Which component is NOT included in the controlled conditions of the internal environment for homeostasis?
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What do +ve and -ve feedback mechanisms help to differentiate in homeostasis?
What do +ve and -ve feedback mechanisms help to differentiate in homeostasis?
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