Homeostasis Flashcards
1
Q
What is homeostasis?
A
State of steady internal conditions maintained by living things.
2
Q
What are the 2 feedback systems for homeostasis?
A
Negative and positive.
3
Q
What are the three components of a negative feedback system?
A
Receptor.
Control center.
Effector.
4
Q
What is a receptor?
A
A monitoring system for change and sends input.
5
Q
What is a control center?
A
Receives input and generates output to fix change.
6
Q
What is an effector?
A
receives output and produces a response.
7
Q
What is the body’s optimal temperature level?
A
37 degrees,
8
Q
What is a positive feedback loop?
A
Initial stimulus produces a response that enhances change.
Physiological change continues until homeostasis is restored.
