Homeostasis Is Defined as the Ability of an Organism to

question 74

Multiple Choice

Homeostasis is defined as the ability of an organism to

• A) anchor itself to the rocks or soil of a body of water.
• B) carry out chemical reactions.
• C) sexually mature.
• D) withstand extreme temperatures.
• E) maintain a stable internal environment.

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Definitions:

Independent Variable

The variable in an experiment that is manipulated or changed to observe its effect on a dependent variable.

Dependent Variable

The factor in an experiment that is predicted to vary following changes made to the independent variable.

Independent Variable

In experimental and research settings, the variable that is manipulated or changed to observe its effects on the dependent variable.

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