Homeostasis and the Endocrine System A&P TEAS

Question 1

How does the Endocrine system maintain Homeostasis?

Answer 1

The Endocrine system maintain Homeostasis by the use of Growth and Development, Metabolism, Reproduction, and Mood.
AS well as POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE FEEDBACK MECHANISMS.

Question 2

Positive Feedback Mechanism

Answer 2

A Positive Feedback Mechanism is a process that amplifies the change in a given direction.
- Ex the release of oxytocin during childbirth is a positive feedback mechanism that amplifies the change that needs to be given for childbirth.

Question 3

Negative Feedback Mechanism

Answer 3

A Negative Feedback Mechanism is a process that reverses the change or slows it down.
- EX: The release of insulin in response to high sugar levels is a negative feedback mechanism that is because it can reverse that change or slow down the lowering of the blood sugar levels. The pancreas is able to adjust it.