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Feb 2025
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Homeostasis 🧫 GCSE Biology Learning & R...

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In this episode, we’ll explore homeostasis, the process organisms use to maintain stable internal conditions. We’ll discuss how this regulation is essential for responding to changes in both internal and external environments. Using enzyme function as an example, we’ll examine how the human body ensures optimal conditions for cells and metabolic reactions. Finally, we’ll highlight the consequences of imbalance, such as enzyme denaturation, emphasizing the crucial role homeostasis plays in sustaining life.

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