1. What is a fundamental characteristic that distinguishes living organisms from non-living matter?
2. Who is the author that defined homeostasis in 1932?
3. What is the primary role or purpose of physiology in biological sciences?
Characteristics of Living Organisms
Traits that distinguish living entities from non-living matter.
Physiological Responses — example?
Rapid functional reactions like sweating or shivering.
Behavioral Responses — example?
Actions like seeking shade or burrowing.
Long-term Adaptation — example?
Thick fur in cold climates or increased pigmentation in deserts.
Homeostasis — definition?
Maintaining a stable internal environment.
Evolutionary Adaptation — process?
Genetic or phenotypic changes over generations for survival.
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