Question

select the correct answer.
what does the term homeostasis mean?
○ a. the dynamic state of equilibrium of the bodys internal environment
○ b. the consistent state of excreting metabolic wastes from the body
○ c. the dynamic state of imbalance that is prevalent when the body experiences disease
○ d. the consistent state of poisoning that is happening in the bodys internal environment

Explanation:

Homeostasis is the body's ability to maintain a stable internal environment. It is a dynamic process (not a static or consistent unchanging state). Option B focuses only on excretion of metabolic wastes which is just one aspect. Option C describes a state of imbalance (opposite of homeostasis). Option D is incorrect as it refers to poisoning. Option A correctly defines homeostasis as the dynamic state of equilibrium of the body's internal environment.

Answer:

A. the dynamic state of equilibrium of the body's internal environment