What happens to the cells and enzymes if the homeostasis is not maintained?
emzymes can be disrupted by an environment that is too salty, too acidic, too basic, or too hot.
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Why are the feedback loops important?
Feedback loops are important because they allow living organisms to maintain homeostasis.
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Define: POSITIVE FEEDBACK
A positive feedback loop occurs in nature when the product of a reaction leads to an increase in that reaction.
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Define: Endotherms
organisms that produce most of their heat by metabolic reactions
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2 examples of NEGATIVE FEEDBACK
Temperature regulation, blood pressure, osmoregulation
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2 examples of NEGATIVE FEEDBACK
Temperature regulation, blood pressure, osmoregulation
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Give 3 examples of ectotherms
amphibians, and most fish and invertebrates
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Define: Homeostasis
homeostasis is describe as the ability of an organism to maintain its internal environment (within the narrow limits that allow optimal cell functioning)
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Define: Enzyme
a substance produced by a living organism which acts as a catalyst to bring about a specific biochemical reaction.
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ectotherms are also known by the name
cold blooded animals
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Define feedback
Feedback is defined as the information gained about a reaction to a product, which will allow the modification of the product.
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Define: Homeostasis
homeostasis is describe as the ability of an organism to maintain its internal environment (within the narrow limits that allow optimal cell functioning)