9.1 Maintaining an Internal Balance

Question 1

An organism’s survival ultimately depends on its ability to maintain its ___________ _________

Answer 1

internal environment

Question 2

The ________ ____________affects the body’s ___________ _________, and our body must _____ to ensure that it functions efficiently

Answer 2

external environment

internal conditions

adjust

Question 3

Homeostasis:

Answer 3

Physiological state of the body in which the internal physical and chemical conditions are maintained within an acceptable/ tolerable range that is suitable for essential biological processes