B10-homeostasis Flashcards
1
Q
What is homeostasis
A
This is how the body maintains a constant internal environment
2
Q
What are examples of homeostasis
A
Water levels
Blood glucose concentration
Body temperature
3
Q
What do receptors do
A
They detect changes
Eg the eyes ears mouth nose or skin
4
Q
What is the coordination Centre
A
The brain
spinal cord
5
Q
What are effectors
A
They are muscles or glands
6
Q
How does the body keep levels constant
A
1) Receptors
2) coordination Centre
3) effector
4) response
7
Q
What is a stimulus
A
A change in the bodys environment
