When comparing the body’s response to changes in temperature and a home HVAC system, which part of the body corresponds to the thermostat? Group of answer choices Sweat glands Skeletal muscles The hypothalamus of the brain Sensory nerve cells Sympathetic nerve cells

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When comparing the body’s response to changes in temperature and a home HVAC system, which part of the body corresponds to the thermostat?

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Sweat glands
Skeletal muscles
The hypothalamus of the brain
Sensory nerve cells
Sympathetic nerve cells
 
 
 
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Homeostasis is the ability of an organism or system to maintain a stable, internal environment despite external changes. It is a fundamental biological concept that is crucial for the proper functioning of living organisms. Homeostasis is maintained through the coordinated actions of various physiological mechanisms that work to keep certain parameters within a specific range.

In the human body, examples of systems that are maintained in a state of homeostasis include body temperature, blood pressure, blood glucose levels, pH balance, and fluid balance. For example, when body temperature rises, the body initiates sweating, which helps to cool the body down and maintain its temperature within a narrow range.

Homeostasis is essential for the survival of living organisms, as even small variations from the optimal range can have significant negative consequences. Imbalances or disruptions of homeostasis can result in diseases or disorders, such as hypertension, diabetes, and acid-base imbalances. Therefore, understanding and maintaining homeostasis is critical to achieving and maintaining optimal health.

 
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