Homeostasis and Response 0.0 / 5 ? ScienceHomeostasis and ResponseGCSEAQA Created by: teelaa0Created on: 11-10-22 20:25 What is the purpose of homeostasis? To maintain optimal conditions for enzyme action in the body. 1 of 10 What does homeostasis control? Blood glucose concentration, Body temp, Water levels. 2 of 10 What is the CNS? The central nervous system is the brain and spinal cord. 3 of 10 What are receptors? Cells that detect stimuli which means changes in surroundings. 4 of 10 What does the coordination centre do? It receives and processes information from receptors 5 of 10 How do effectors typically respond? By releasing hormones or starting muscle contractions. 6 of 10 What are nerve cells and what do they do? They are neurons and they are adapted to carry electrical impulses. 7 of 10 What are the three main types of neurons? Sensory, motor and relay. 8 of 10 What are effectors ? Muscles and glands. 9 of 10 What is the gap between two neurons called? Synapse. 10 of 10
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