Question

1. which of the following best demonstrates the relationship between homeostasis and survival?

a. without homeostasis, internal conditions could become unbalanced and harmful to cells.
b. homeostasis is not required unless the organism is in extreme environments.
c. homeostasis prevents any change in internal conditions, even during exercise.
d. organisms can only survive if positive feedback is always active.

Explanation:

Homeostasis is the maintenance of a stable internal environment in an organism. Option C correctly states that homeostasis prevents any change in internal conditions, even during exercise. Option A is incorrect because homeostasis is about maintaining balance, not becoming unbalanced. Option B is wrong as homeostasis is required even in extreme environments. Option D is incorrect because positive feedback is not always active; homeostasis mainly involves negative feedback.

Answer:

C. Homeostasis prevents any change in internal conditions, even during exercise.