Question

Which organ and organ system help to maintain homeostasis?

[Review question: Pg. No: 216]

Answer 1

1. Homeostasis is a property of a human biological system where the self – regulating process tends to maintain the balance for the survival.
2. Behavioural and physiological responses are two important regulating mechanisms that maintain the stability of homeostasis.
3. All the processes of integration and co – ordination of function are mediated by nervous and hormonal system. The liver, kidneys, and brain (hypothalamus), autonomic nervous system and the endocrine system help to maintain homeostasis.