Homeostasis Flashcards

1
Q

Control system components:

A

System needing control

Sensor

Set point

Difference error signal

Controller

Effector

Signal transmission routes

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2
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What is negative feedback?

A

To adjust the behaviour of the system in the opposite direction of where it is currently going as measured

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3
Q

What range is considered hyperthermia?

A

38-40 degrees

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4
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What range is considered hypothermia?

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34-36 degrees

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