What are biological systems and how do they respond to stimuli?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking for information regarding biological systems, specifically how they function and how they compare to engineering systems. It discusses the complexity of biological systems and their responses to external forces or stimuli.
Answer
Biological systems respond to stimuli via the nervous and endocrine systems to maintain homeostasis.
Biological systems consist of interconnected units that respond to environmental changes, or stimuli, to maintain homeostasis. Responses are managed by systems like the nervous and endocrine systems, and involve changes in behavior or physiology to adapt to internal or external changes.
Answer for screen readers
Biological systems consist of interconnected units that respond to environmental changes, or stimuli, to maintain homeostasis. Responses are managed by systems like the nervous and endocrine systems, and involve changes in behavior or physiology to adapt to internal or external changes.
More Information
Biological systems, unlike engineered systems, cannot be isolated from their environments, making responses to changes essential for survival.
Tips
A common mistake is confusing biological system responses with immediate, simple actions like reflexes, rather than sophisticated processes involving multiple systems.
Sources
- Responding to Change - vaia.com
- How does the nervous system help us respond? - bbc.co.uk
- Homeostasis: Ecological Systems - texasgateway.org
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