Homeostasis Flashcards
1
Q
Definition
A
Maintenance of the internal environment within physiological limits
2
Q
3 main components
A
Receptor
Control Center
Effector
3
Q
Receptor
A
Detects change in the environment
eg Skin
4
Q
Control Center
A
Processes the information, then sends a message via nerves or hormones to the effectors
5
Q
Effectors
A
Create change such as sweating
6
Q
Negative feedback
A
Bringing the environment back to it’s normal condition
