Question

Why is it necessary for cells to maintain homeostasis? Choose the correct answer. Cells can only survive for a short time; homeostasis allows them to complete their specialized role efficiently. Cells must maintain an internal balance to perform their specialized functions; homeostasis allows this to happen. Cells must change their external conditions to meet the internal conditions within them; homeostasis allows this to happen.

Answer 1

Answer:

Cells must maintain an internal balance to perform their specialized functions; homeostasis allows this to happen.

Explanation:

By definition homeostasis is "The tendency toward a relatively stable equilibrium between interdependent elements, especially as maintained by physiological processes." This means that cells need to maintain an equilibrium with their internal and external environment. Without this balance, many cell functions would not be able to occur. Passive transport in a cell occurs to maintain homeostasis, so there are an equal amount of atoms or proteins inside and outside of the cell.

Answer 2

Answer:

B.) Cells must maintain an internal balance to perform their specialized functions; homeostasis allows this to happen.

Explanation:

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