Section 9.2 Flashcards
1
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negative feedback
A
the response of a system that acts to maintain homeostasis by compensating for any changes made to the system.
2
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sensor
A
the element of a feedback system that detects changes in the environment
3
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integrator
A
the element of a feedback system that compares existing conditions with ideal conditions
4
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set point
A
the optimal value for a given variable of a system
5
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effector
A
the elements or elements of a feedback system that acts to return the system to its optimal state
6
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positive feedback
A
the response of a system that acts to increase the effect of any changes made to the system. ex. adrenaline being released into the system.
