Wednesday, September 28, 2016

3. Chapter 1: Short Answer #6

#6:
Thesis: The outcome from loss of homeostasis or homeostasis imbalance is that the bodies important enzymes can't function properly since they can only function at a specific body temperature and many illnesses can results from loss of homeostasis.

Evidence: Homeostasis is displayed when their needs are satisfied and going effortlessly. Unable to maintain body heat can lead to heatstroke/hypothermia and not enough water can lead to dehydration. An imbalance in energy can result to diabetes and obesity. Failure to balance calcium can lead to hypercalcemia. 

So What: It is essential to maintain and balance out in order or else illnesses listed above and possibly more can arise. As we age, our organs also age becoming inefficient and less stable which I can agree with because of the diseases older people are more at risk for. 

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