homeostasis
Definition:
Homeostasis is the body's process of maintaining various physiological conditions at within a specific range.
Homeostasis is the body's process of maintaining various physiological conditions at within a specific range.
"Homo" = Greek for "similar"
"Stasis" = Greek for "Stable"
"Stasis" = Greek for "Stable"
There are a multitude of physiological conditions that our bodies maintain at homeostasis. Some examples include:
The body works to maintain these conditions within an acceptable range. For example, if body temperature exceeds above 37C or below 35C, that particular person will experience physiological difficulties and potentially death.
These bodily conditions change with the person's activity. However, changes are harmless as long as they remain within the acceptable range for life.
- Blood pH level
- Body temperature
- Blood glucose level
The body works to maintain these conditions within an acceptable range. For example, if body temperature exceeds above 37C or below 35C, that particular person will experience physiological difficulties and potentially death.
These bodily conditions change with the person's activity. However, changes are harmless as long as they remain within the acceptable range for life.