Homeostasis Can Be Described As

question 6

Multiple Choice

Homeostasis can be described as:

• A) the unchanging steady condition of humans in a changing external environment.
• B) a tendency of biological systems toward stability of the internal environment by continuously adjusting to survive.
• C) biological wellness that comes from the ability of the body to change and respond to physical changes in the environment.
• D) a response to stress that results from a person's choice of coping mechanisms to deal with the stress.

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Definitions:

Proximal Stimulus

The physical energy from a stimulus as it directly interacts with sensory receptors.

Retinal Image

The visual picture formed on the retina, the light-sensitive surface at the back of the eye, enabling sight.

Optic Nerve

A cranial nerve that transmits visual information from the retina to the brain.

Supertaster

A person with a heightened sensitivity to tastes, especially bitter flavors, due to having more taste buds than average.