Biology: Chapter 2 (p.3) 0.0 / 5 ? BiologyHomeostasisGCSEAQA Created by: rebeccamariaCreated on: 02-05-15 22:49 What is homeostasis? Homeostasis is how the body tries to maintain a constant internal enviroment 1 of 11 What is the approximate normal temperature for the body? 37°C 2 of 11 Why is it important to maintain a constant internal temperature? Because, temperatures higher or lower than 37 °C, enzymes will not function properly 3 of 11 How does the body remove excess carbon dioxide from the body? It is removed by the lungs when you breath 4 of 11 How is water lost in the body? 1) Through the skin as sweat. 2) By the lungs as you breath. 3) By the kidneys as urine 5 of 11 How does sweat keep us cool? Sweat removes heat from the skin 6 of 11 Which organ is responsible for regulating the ion content? It is regulated by the kidneys 7 of 11 Which organ is responsible for controlling body temperature? It is controlled by the brain 8 of 11 Which hormone is secreted into the blood if the glucose levels are too high? Insulin 9 of 11 Insulin is released by the pancreas if blood glucose levels are... Too high 10 of 11 Which type of diabetes is associated with becoming resistant to insulin? Type 1 diabetes 11 of 11
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