Homeostasis, Feedback Loops, and Body Systems

Front

What is the 'cause' for something to happen?

Back

Stimulus

Front

What type of feedback loop is primarily responsible for maintaining homeostasis in the human body?

Back

Negative feedback loop

Front

What organelle converts light into chemical energy?

Back

Chloroplast

Front

What is homeostasis?

Back

The maintenance of a relatively stable internal environment, often incorporating feedback regulation.

Front

Which body system is responsible for producing blood cells?

Back

Skeletal System

Front

What is a feedback loop?

Back

A biological mechanism that regulates physiological processes by using the output of a system to control its input.

Front

What is the role of the nervous system in homeostasis?

Back

It detects changes in the internal and external environment and sends signals to other systems to maintain balance.

Front

What is the difference between positive and negative feedback loops?

Back

Positive feedback amplifies changes, while negative feedback counteracts changes to maintain stability.

Front

What is an example of a negative feedback loop in the human body?

Back

Regulation of body temperature.

Front

What is the function of mitochondria?

Back

To convert food into energy (ATP) through cellular respiration.