Difference between revisions of "Homeostasis"
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| − | + | '''Homeostasis''' is the ability of an organism to regulate its status and keep it stable by means of feedback loops. The term was coined by physiologist Walter Cannon in his 1932 book, ''The Wisdom of the Body.'' | |
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Revision as of 21:38, February 15, 2007
Homeostasis is the ability of an organism to regulate its status and keep it stable by means of feedback loops. The term was coined by physiologist Walter Cannon in his 1932 book, The Wisdom of the Body.