The importance of maintaining constant conditions in the body, including osmosis
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I can explain why it is important for living organisms to maintain a constant internal environment.
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If conditions in the body change too much, this can be dangerous to our health.
Changes in body temperature affect the rate of chemical reactions and can impact enzyme activity.
Extreme changes in body temperature can lead to hypothermia or hyperthermia and death.
Changes in water content of the fluid around cells can lead to cells shrinking or bursting due to osmosis.
Use of antagonistic effects to maintain a constant environment.
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