Identify each of the following structures as haploid or diploid. a. sporophyte b. spore c. gametophyte d. zygote e. sperm
Chapter 16: The Body Systems Homeostasis and Osmoregulation Homeostasis : relatively stable state inside the body o Set Point: Target value of a physiological state in homeostasis o Internal conditions maintained: Blood glucose Blood calcium Body temp Water content o Negative Feedback: signals that restore the normal levels o Thermoregulation: Process that allows your body to maintain its core internal temperature All thermoregulation mechanisms are designed to return your body to homeostasis o Ectotherm: Animals that do NOT have internal control of their body temperature Body temperature of these organisms is similar to the temperature of the environment