Question

Choose the systems in the body that are involved in maintaining homeostasis.

• A. Circulatory system
• B. Excretory system
• C. Reproductive system
• D. Respiratory system

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B), (D)

The correct options are
A Circulatory system
B Excretory system
D Respiratory system

Homeostasis is the ability to maintain a constant internal environment. Various systems in the human body help in homeostasis. Temperature, pH, water balance, electrolyte concentration, etc., are maintained by homeostasis.
$\bullet$ Blood flow and sweat from skin helps in maintaining the body temperature.
$\bullet$ Excretory system helps in eliminating wastes like urea, ammonia, etc.
$\bullet$ Respiratory system eliminates carbon dioxide which is involved in maintaining the pH of blood.
$\bullet$ Reproductive system helps in maintaning the continuity of species and is not involved in homeostasis.