Homeostasis
This is the body's ability to maintain a stable internal environment.
homeostasis
This branch of biology studies body structures.
This muscular organ pumps blood throughout the body.
heart
These two systems work together to transport oxygen throughout the body.
respiratory and circulatory
This type of feedback loop works to return the body to its normal set point.
negative feedback
This branch of biology studies how body parts function.
physiology
These organs contain alveoli and allow gas exchange to occur.
lungs
The nervous system sends signals to this system to create movement.
muscular system
Sweating when body temperature rises is an example of this type of feedback.
negative feedback
“Located between the lungs and has four chambers” describes the __________ of the heart.
anatomy
This organ produces bile, processes nutrients, and detoxifies harmful substances.
liver
The digestive and circulatory systems work together to do this.
transport nutrients
This feedback loop works to take the body away from the set point
“Pumps blood throughout the body” describes the __________ of the heart.
physiology
Most nutrient absorption occurs in this organ.
small intestine
This body system helps maintain water and electrolyte balance.
excretory system
Blood clotting and childbirth are examples of this type of feedback loop.
positive feedback
This level of organization is made of groups of similar cells working together.
tissues
These organs filter blood, remove waste, and produce urine.
kidneys
What two systems control breathing?
muscular and respiratory