Homeostasis Flashcards
1
Q
What is Homeostasis?
A
The regulation & maintenance of the internal temp. of the body
2
Q
The average body temperature is…
A
97-98 degrees
3
Q
What is a feedback loop?
A
It compares the body’s condition to its set ranges
4
Q
Feedback Loops - Negative feedback?
A
If something is wrong in the body it informs the body, setting off a counter active response to shut down the bad change
5
Q
Feedback Loops - Positive Feedback?
A
Increases the change occurring in the body, does not stop it, instead helps.
6
Q
When does hypothermia begin? (Temperature)
A
2 degrees.
