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Explain homeostasis as the process of keeping a stable internal environment.

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Cambridge IGCSE BiologyCoordination and responseCore content

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Explain homeostasis as the process of keeping a stable internal environment

  • This point belongs to Homeostasis, especially Homeostasis outcomes.
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Homeostasis

Homeostasis is the process of keeping a stable internal environment in the body despite changes outside.

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    Describe what is meant by homeostasis?

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