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What is homeostasis?
What is homeostasis?
- The process of constantly changing the internal environment in an organism
- The process of maintaining a fairly constant internal environment in an organism (correct)
- The process of creating an unstable internal environment in an organism
- The process of ignoring the internal environment in an organism
What are the body fluids that make up the internal environment of an organism?
What are the body fluids that make up the internal environment of an organism?
- Blood, lymph, and tissue fluid (correct)
- Urine, sweat, and tears
- Saliva, gastric juice, and mucus
- Cerebrospinal fluid, synovial fluid, and bile
Which of the following is NOT a condition that the living organism must be able to adjust to for healthy growth?
Which of the following is NOT a condition that the living organism must be able to adjust to for healthy growth?
- Concentrations of dissolved substances and mineral ions
- PH
- Hair color (correct)
- Temperature
What are the effectors in homeostatic processes?
What are the effectors in homeostatic processes?
Which mechanism ensures homeostasis in unicellular organisms?
Which mechanism ensures homeostasis in unicellular organisms?
Flashcards
Homeostasis definition
Homeostasis definition
Maintaining a stable internal environment in an organism
Body fluids for homeostasis
Body fluids for homeostasis
Blood, lymph, and tissue fluid
Homeostasis Non-Factor
Homeostasis Non-Factor
A body characteristic that does not need to be adjusted for homeostasis
Homeostasis Effectors
Homeostasis Effectors
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Unicellular homeostasis
Unicellular homeostasis
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Study Notes
Homeostasis
- Homeostasis is the process that maintains a stable internal environment in organisms despite external changes.
- It involves various physiological processes that regulate temperature, pH, hydration, and other bodily functions.
Body Fluids
- Internal environment comprised of body fluids includes blood, interstitial fluid, and lymph.
- These fluids provide a medium for nutrient and gas exchange, as well as waste removal.
Conditions for Healthy Growth
- Living organisms must adjust to factors such as temperature, pH, and osmotic pressure for optimal growth.
- Factors like excessive noise or light pollution are typically not critical conditions for homeostatic adjustment.
Effectors in Homeostasis
- Effectors are components that respond to changes in the internal environment, facilitating corrective actions.
- Common effectors include muscles and glands that alter physiological states to restore balance.
Homeostasis in Unicellular Organisms
- Unicellular organisms use mechanisms such as diffusion and osmosis to maintain homeostasis.
- These organisms rely on their cell membrane to control the intake of nutrients and the expulsion of waste, ensuring internal stability.
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Test your knowledge of homeostasis with this quiz! Explore the concept of maintaining a stable internal environment in organisms and how body fluids play a crucial role. Challenge yourself to understand the mechanisms that ensure the proper functioning and growth of cells.
