Homeostasis in Mammals
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What is the main purpose of homeostasis in mammals?

  • To eliminate excess nutrients from the body
  • To maintain constant internal conditions (correct)
  • To ensure constant external conditions
  • To promote rapid growth and development

    • Which component of homeostasis is responsible for monitoring changes in the internal environment?

  • Control Center
  • Effectors
  • Corrective Mechanisms
  • Sensors (Receptors) (correct)

    • What happens when a deviation from the normal level is detected?

  • No action is taken until further deviation occurs
  • A corrective mechanism is triggered (correct)
  • The body enters a state of rest
  • The set point is permanently altered

    • What role does negative feedback play in homeostasis?

    <p>It turns off corrective measures once normal levels are restored</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does communication occur among the components of the homeostasis process?

    <p>Through electrical impulses in the nervous system</p> Signup and view all the answers

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