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Each organism has some degree of homeostasis, i.e., it is able to make adjustments so that its internal environment remains relatively constant despite changes in the external environment.

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Homeostasis**: - Homeostasis refers to the ability of an organism to maintain a stable internal environment despite external changes. This is crucial for sustaining life. 2. **Dynamic Process**: - Homeostasis is not a static condition; it is a dynamic process. Organisms continuously adjust their internal systems to respond to fluctuations in their external environment. 3. **Role of the Endocrine and Nervous Systems**: - In humans, the endocrine system (hormonal responses) and the nervous system (neural responses) play vital roles in detecting changes in both internal and external environments. They act as sensors and regulators. 4. **Feedback Mechanisms**: - Organ systems utilize feedback mechanisms to maintain homeostasis. These mechanisms can be negative (counteracting changes) or positive (enhancing changes) to stabilize the internal environment. 5. **Examples of Homeostasis**: - Examples include temperature regulation (sweating or shivering), blood sugar levels (insulin and glucagon), and fluid balance (thirst response).
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