Homeostasis A2 Flashcards by Lucy Roberts-Clark | Brainscape

Q

define homeostasis

A

maintenance of a constant internal environment

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Q

why maintain a constant body temperature

A

so enzymes can work at their optimum temperature

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Q

define positive feedback

A

taking something further from its set point value

encourages more of something to happen

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define negative feedback

A

returning something to its set point

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