Homeostasis Flashcards
1
Q
what is it?
A
Homeostasis is the ability to maintain a relatively stable internal state that persists despite changes in the world outside
2
Q
How is it important?
A
to maintain the established internal environment without being overcome by external stimuli that exist to disrupt the balance
3
Q
what does it do?
A
to maintain the established internal environment without being overcome by external stimuli that exist to disrupt the balance
4
Q
what does it involve?
A
The tendency to maintain a stable, relatively constant internal environment for example glucose.