Definition

Relating to the process by which a living organism maintains a stable internal environment despite changes in external conditions.

Example

The body has homeostatic mechanisms that help regulate temperature and pH levels.

Conversation

I was reading about how our bodies maintain homeostatic balance.

Oh really? That sounds interesting!

Yeah, it's amazing how everything works together to keep us stable.

For sure! I never knew our body could adjust so many things at once.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Homeostatic → It is formed from "homeo-" (from Greek "homoios", meaning similar or same) and "static" (from Greek "statikos", meaning standing or stable). The word "homeostatic" refers to the ability of a system to maintain stability while adjusting to conditions that are optimal for survival.

Memory Tip

Think of 'similar' ('homeo-') and 'standing' ('static') to remember that homeostatic means maintaining a stable condition.

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