Section 9.1 Flashcards
1
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What is Homeostasis?
A
Homeostasis is the physiological state of the body in which internal physical and chemical conditions are kept within a range that is suitable for life processes.
2
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Internal environment
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The extracellular fluid, which consists of interstitial fluid that fills the spaces between our cells and tissues, and the plasma or fluid portion of our body.
3
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Interstitial fluid
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The fluid that surrounds the body cells
4
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What are the organ systems involved in homeostasis?
A
Nervous system
Endocrine system
muscular system
integumentary system
excretory system
reproductive system
5
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homeostatic mechanism
A
a system that monitors internal and external conditions and changes bodily functions to maintain homeostasis
