The Nervous System and Homeostasis
Students investigate how the nervous system coordinates body functions and maintains internal balance.
Key Questions
- Explain how the body maintains a constant internal temperature in extreme weather.
- Analyze the role of feedback loops in maintaining homeostasis.
- Predict what would happen if the nervous system stopped communicating with the digestive system.
Common Core State Standards
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