... internal systems. The mechanisms of homeostasis occurs when the external environment changes; the body either sweats or shivers to keep the internal temperature close to the set point (98.6 degrees Fahrenheit). In reality, these mechanisms aren't able to keep this temperature at a precise level so it produces a normal range of 98.4 to 98.8 degrees ... Fahrenheit. This helps the cells become balanced since they are constantly changing to adjust to the external environment. Homeostasis is controlled by a stimulus or a change variable, that can detect and respond ... ...

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