Standard 8 Homeostasis

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What is the function of the skeletal system?

Back

The skeletal system helps you move, protects your organs, gives support to the body, and makes red blood cells.

Front

What is the role of the control center in homeostasis?

Back

The control center receives information and sends messages to the body.

Front

What system is responsible for secreting hormones to maintain homeostasis?

Back

The endocrine system is made of glands that secrete hormones into the blood to maintain homeostasis.

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Which system controls the body using the brain, spinal cord, and nerves?

Back

The nervous system controls the body using the brain, spinal cord, and nerves.

Front

What type of feedback loop enhances or amplifies changes?

Back

Positive Feedback Loop enhances or amplifies changes.

Front

What is homeostasis?

Back

Homeostasis is the process by which living organisms maintain a stable internal environment despite changes in external conditions.

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What is the role of the muscular system?

Back

The muscular system works with the skeletal system to facilitate movement and maintain posture.

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What are hormones?

Back

Hormones are chemical messengers secreted by glands in the endocrine system that regulate various functions in the body.

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What is a negative feedback loop?

Back

A negative feedback loop is a process that counteracts a change, helping to maintain homeostasis by reducing the output or activity.

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NGSS.HS-LS1-3

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What is the function of receptors in the body?

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Receptors detect changes in the environment and send information to the control center.

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