Homeostasis and Feedback Loops

We are starting a new section of the course that deals with the anatomy and physiology of several important organ systems found in humans. This week's WarmUp introduces us to homeostasis, which is a very basic concept in physiology.

Please submit your well-written responses before the deadline in order to receive credit for the assignment.

 

  1. Please identify and describe yourself:
    First Name Last Name
    ID Number
  2. What is your group number?


  3. In your own words, write 3-4 sentences that describe the concepts of homeostasis


  4. Comment, in your own words, on the role of the control center (integrator) in a typical feedback control system.


  5. How might the concepts of homeostasis and disease be related?



 
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