Week 1 Homeostasis Flashcards
1
Q
What is Homeostasis?
A
A condition of equilibrium (stability or
balance) in the body’s internal environment
2
Q
What are the two most important body systems that contribute to homeostasis?
A
The nervous and endocrine systems
3
Q
What are the components of a feedback system?
A
Stimulus
Receptor/Sensor
Control Centre
Effector
4
Q
Example of positive feedback
A
Childbirth
Blood clotting
5
Q
Example of negative feedback
A
Thermoregulation
