Definition of homeostasis

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ho·me·o·sta·sis

-st

s) KEY

NOUN:

The ability or tendency of an organism or cell to maintain internal equilibrium by adjusting its physiological processes.

OTHER FORMS:
home·o·static (-st

k) KEY (Adjective)

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