B10 Flashcards
1
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Homeostasis
A
Regulation of internal conditions of cell to maintaon optimum comditions.
2
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Importance of homeostasis
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Allows enzymes and cells to fully function.
3
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What does homeostasis control?
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Blood glucose concentration,body temperature and water levels.
4
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What do control systems include?
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All control ststems include receptors, coordination centres amd effectors.
5
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How does the nervous system work?
A
The nervous system uses electrical impulses to enable you to react quickly to your surroundings and coordinate your behaviour.
6
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Impulses to receptors
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Impulses from receptors pass along sensory neurons to the brain. The brain coordinates the response and impulses are sent along motoneurones to the effectors.
