A&PHonors
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Unit 1: Intro to a & P

Module 1.3 Preview and Lesson: Homeostasis

It' all about balance. 

1.3 Preview: Blood Sugar Regulation and Balance

Complete the following practice in your Module Guide.  

1.3 Lesson:

  • Please record all slides in your notes. 

  • Please create a quick Venn Diagram that compares POSITIVE and NEGATIVE Feedback. Include specific examples of each (in the human body). 

Essential Vocab: homeostasis, homeostatic control, control center, receptor, effector, negative feedback mechanisms, positive feedback mechanisms, homeostatic imbalance

Module Learning Targets: 

3.1 - I can define homeostasis and explain its importance.

3.2 - I can describe how negative and positive feedback maintain body homeostasis.

3.3 - I can describe the relationship between homeostatic imbalance and disease.
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