homeostasis — the tendency toward a relatively stable equilibrium between interdependent elements, especially as maintained by physiological processes
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the tendency toward a relatively stable equilibrium between interdependent elements, especially as maintained by physiological processes
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌhoʊmioʊˈsteɪsɪs/
Korean meaning: 항상성; 생체의 내부 환경을 일정하게 유지하려는 성질
Korean pronunciation: 호미오**스테**이시스
Example Sentences
- My body's homeostasis was completely disrupted after eating 10 donuts - my blood sugar went on a roller coaster ride!
- The thermostat in our house works like homeostasis - it keeps the temperature steady no matter what.
- During the exam, my stress levels challenged my body's homeostasis more than a hot yoga class.
homeostasis
NOUN//ˌhoʊmioʊˈsteɪsɪs//
the tendency toward a relatively stable equilibrium between interdependent elements, especially as maintained by physiological processes
a patient lies comfortably in bed while a nurse checks the steadily beeping heart monitor showing normal vital signs. The monitor displays consistent waves and patterns indicating stable body functions. When the patient moves slightly, the readings automatically adjust but quickly return to normal ranges. The nurse smiles reassuringly as she observes how the patient's body naturally maintains its healthy state. Other medical equipment in the background shows similar steady, balanced readings. the body's tendency to maintain stable equilibrium through natural physiological processes
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Origin
Coined in the 1920s by physiologist Walter Cannon from Greek 'homoios' meaning 'same' and 'stasis' meaning 'standing' or 'state'. The term describes how living organisms maintain a stable internal environment.
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“My body's homeostasis was completely disrupted after eating 10 donuts - my blood sugar went on a roller coaster ride!”
“The thermostat in our house works like homeostasis - it keeps the temperature steady no matter what.”
“During the exam, my stress levels challenged my body's homeostasis more than a hot yoga class.”
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