Homeostasis

What is the definition for homeostasis?

-Remember to include:

• Constant
• Internal
• (reference to the) Body

Answer:

Homeostasis is the how the body works to maintain a constant internal enviroment.

(remember to inculde the word constant!)

The body absorbs heat, rising the bodys internal temperature to a value higher than 37 (approx.) degrees celcius.

This can lead to symptoms including:

Nausea

Headaches

Dehydration

What is the name of this 'rise in body temperature' ?

Answer:

Hyperthermia

('Hyper-' in ancient greek refers to 'above'!)