During this Lab, we were asked to design our own experiments to prove the concept of homeostasis.
Our Project
Our group chose to prove homeostasis by analyzing body temperature. To do this, we tested the temperatures of runners as they exercised. In our experiment, we had three participants. Two of them ran a given number of laps, with the other stayed at rest. we took each participants resting temperature. Then the temperature after the two people ran. Lastly, we recorded the amount of time it took each Participant's body temperature to return to the initial one. The data for the temperatures is shown in a table and graphs below.
After analyzing this data, we were able to conclude that the body temperature of runners raises as their muscles exert heat energy. But, the body is able to use processes like respiration, perspiration, and touching cold objects to cool down over a period of time.
Content
Homeostasis-refers to the ability of the body or a cell to seek and maintain a condition of equilibrium or stability within its internal environment when dealing with external changes. It is involved in the maintenance of the constant internal environment which includes the function of kidney, liver, skin, etc.
Body temperature-the normal temperature of the human body. A person's normal body temperature is 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit or 37 degrees Celsius. A high fever, or any body temperature above 104 degrees is considered unsafe because it can cause organ failure. Temperatures below 95 degrees are considered to be hypothermia.
Temperature-is a measure of how hot or cold something is; specifically, a measure of the average kinetic energy of the particles in an object, which is a type of energy associated with motion. It is also a very important medical tool, as having non normal bosy temperatures can me signs of sickness, or problems in the body.
Content
Homeostasis-refers to the ability of the body or a cell to seek and maintain a condition of equilibrium or stability within its internal environment when dealing with external changes. It is involved in the maintenance of the constant internal environment which includes the function of kidney, liver, skin, etc.
Body temperature-the normal temperature of the human body. A person's normal body temperature is 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit or 37 degrees Celsius. A high fever, or any body temperature above 104 degrees is considered unsafe because it can cause organ failure. Temperatures below 95 degrees are considered to be hypothermia.
Temperature-is a measure of how hot or cold something is; specifically, a measure of the average kinetic energy of the particles in an object, which is a type of energy associated with motion. It is also a very important medical tool, as having non normal bosy temperatures can me signs of sickness, or problems in the body.
Reflection
During the course of this project our group was very good at keeping on top of our work load as well as meeting our deadlines that we planned for ourselves. Because we were were able to create a good, realistic schedule initially, we were able to accomplish our goals for each day and stay on task. Secondly I think our experiment, though simple, was designed in a way that made it easy to analyze and prove homeostasis.
Along, with every work, I believe some improvements could be made to the procedure and overall project. Firstly, the timing we used to take temperatures varied. I think that if we could find a way to take temperatures at consistent times,
During the course of this project our group was very good at keeping on top of our work load as well as meeting our deadlines that we planned for ourselves. Because we were were able to create a good, realistic schedule initially, we were able to accomplish our goals for each day and stay on task. Secondly I think our experiment, though simple, was designed in a way that made it easy to analyze and prove homeostasis.
Along, with every work, I believe some improvements could be made to the procedure and overall project. Firstly, the timing we used to take temperatures varied. I think that if we could find a way to take temperatures at consistent times,