Essentials Of Anatomy & Physiology (8th Edition)
Essentials Of Anatomy & Physiology (8th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780135203804
Author: Frederic H. Martini, Edwin F. Bartholomew
Publisher: PEARSON
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To determine: The fate of the body when homeostasis breaks down.

Introduction: The term homeostasis is from the Greek words “homeo” meaning similar and “stasis” meaning stable. It can be defined as the tendency of the body to maintain a stable equilibrium through various physiological processes in response to changes that occur in external environment. Maintaining constant body temperature and constant blood glucose levels are few examples of homeostasis.

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