Assignment One

1.Explain why homesostasis is important to your bodys functioning.
The internal stability homesostasis provides is important becuase some tissues can only function under a set of certain conditions.

2.Give three examples of ways your skin helps manitain homesostasis in your body.
Provides a physical barrier against dirt and other microorgansisms entering your body.
Insulates your bofy on cold days and a cushion for internal organs.
Helps to mantain homeostasis by repsonding to stimuli such as change of temperatures or water.

3.Explain one way your body manitains a constant temperature while outside on a cold day.
The body makes the muscles in the integumentary syrtem contract, mantaining heat within the body. Skin also provides a cover against cold temperatures.