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Homeostasis in Biology

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What is the primary definition of homeostasis?

The ability to regulate temperature in the body

The maintenance of constant internal environment in the body (correct)

The development of new tissues in response to injury

The process of eliminating waste from the body

Which of the following is NOT included in the extracellular fluid (ECF)?

Cytoplasm of cells (correct)

Interstitial fluid

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Blood

What happens if the internal environment deviates beyond physiological limits?

The body remains unaffected and continues normal function

The body may experience malfunction or dysfunction (correct)

The body enters a state of enhanced functionality

The body adapts to the new environment instantly

Which component of the homeostatic system is responsible for recognizing deviations from the normal state?

Sensors or detectors Signup and view all the answers

What is the final goal of an organism with respect to homeostasis?

To maintain a normal, healthy state Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the effector in a feedback system?

To correct deviations and return the variable to homeostasis Signup and view all the answers

Which component of a feedback system sends information to the control center?

Receptor Signup and view all the answers

How is information transmitted from the control center to the effectors?

Via electrical impulses or hormones Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the feedback system in homeostasis?

To maintain a constant internal environment Signup and view all the answers

What happens when an imbalance in homeostasis is detected?

The stimulus produces a change in the variable Signup and view all the answers