This deep dive covers Control Systems within Homeostasis Intro for GCSE Biology. Topic 1: Homeostasis Intro It is section 6 of 16 in this topic. Use this deep dive to connect the idea to the wider topic before moving on to questions and flashcards.
Topic position
Section 6 of 16
Practice
15 questions
Recall
20 flashcards
Control Systems
A control system is a group of cells and organs that work together to maintain homeostasis.
- Receptor: detects changes in the environment
- Coordination Centre: interprets signals from the receptor and sends responses to the effector
- Effector: carries out the response, reversing the effect of the change