homeostasis Flashcards
1
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homeostatic
A
the ability of the body to maintain stable internal conditions In the face of changing external conditions
2
Q
thermoregulation
A
How we maintain a stable body temperature
3
Q
Endotherm
A
Internal generation of heat (warm blooded animals)
4
Q
ectotherm
A
body temp relies on certain environments (cold blooded)
5
Q
negative feedback loop
A
When a change in the system causes another change that brings the system back to its starting position
6
Q
Positive feedback loop
A
When a change in a system causes another change that increases the first change