Temperature Bio Psych

Internal Regulation

Mechanisms maintaining balance within the body.

Homeostasis

Body's process to maintain stable internal conditions.

Allostasis

Anticipatory adjustments for changing body needs.

Set Point

Target value for physiological parameters.

Thermoregulation

Process of maintaining body temperature.

Ectothermic

Organisms relying on external temperature for warmth.

Endothermic

Organisms generating internal heat for temperature regulation.

Poikilothermic

Animals whose body temperature varies with environment.

Glucose Levels

Amount of glucose circulating in the bloodstream.

Water Content

Amount of water maintained in the body.

Calcium Regulation

Control of calcium levels for bodily functions.

Protein Levels

Concentration of proteins in the body.

Fat Regulation

Management of fat levels in the body.

Acidity Levels

pH balance maintained in bodily fluids.

Feedback Mechanism

Processes reducing deviations from set points.

Metabolism Abnormalities

Disruptions in normal metabolic processes.

Diabetes

Condition resulting from glucose metabolism issues.

Kidney Problems

Disorders affecting kidney function and regulation.

Hormonal Changes

Alterations in hormone levels affecting body functions.

Urine Retention

Excessive accumulation of urine in the body.

Salt Excretion

Process of eliminating excess salts from the body.

Behavioral Effects

Influence of temperature on organism behavior.

Physiological Mechanisms

Internal processes regulating body functions.

Adaptive Mechanism

Body's ability to adjust to environmental changes.

Obesity

Excess body weight due to energy imbalance.

Fixed Range

Specific limits for biological processes.

Homeothermic Animals

Maintain constant body temperature regardless of environment.

Poikilothermic Animals

Body temperature varies with external environment.

Endothermy

Ability to generate internal body heat.

Shivering

Muscle contractions to increase body temperature.

Sweating

Evaporative cooling method to lower body temperature.

Panting

Rapid breathing to enhance evaporative cooling.

Preoptic Area

Brain region controlling body temperature regulation.

Prostaglandins

Compounds that influence fever and inflammation.

Histamines

Molecules involved in immune responses and temperature regulation.

Brown Adipose Tissue

Fat tissue that generates heat through metabolism.

Body Temperature Normal Range

Typically around 37°C for optimal function.

Fever

Elevated body temperature due to infection.

Insulation

Reduction of heat loss from the body.

Blood Flow Regulation

Adjusting blood flow to control heat loss.

Energy Requirement

Energy needed to maintain constant body temperature.

Cellular Crystallization

Occurs in poikilothermic animals at low temperatures.

Hibernation

State of reduced metabolic activity in cold.

Reproductive Cell Viability

Requires cooler temperatures for optimal function.

Temperature Receptors

Sensory receptors detecting changes in temperature.

Allostasis

Anticipatory adjustments to maintain stability.

Sweat Loss

Water loss through sweating affects temperature.

Increased Blood Flow

Enhances heat dissipation from the body.

Vigorous Activity

Requires optimal body temperature for performance.

Protein Degradation

Occurs at temperatures above optimal range.

Temperature Modulation

Adjusting body temperature through physiological responses.

Cooling Mechanisms

Processes like sweating and panting to lower temperature.

Infection Response

Body temperature increases to fight pathogens.

Energy Protein Bonds

Break down at high temperatures, causing loss of function.

Homeostasis

Maintenance of stable internal conditions.

Osmotic Thirst

Thirst due to high solute concentration.

Hypovolemic Thirst

Thirst from loss of blood volume.

Vasopressin

Hormone regulating water retention and blood pressure.

Posterior Pituitary

Gland secreting vasopressin and other hormones.

Anterior Pituitary

Gland secreting different hormones than posterior.

Concentrated Urine

Urine with high solute concentration, conserving water.

Dehydration Signs

Symptoms indicating low body water levels.

Sweating

Loss of water through skin to regulate temperature.

Blood Volume Loss

Reduction in blood fluid levels affecting thirst.

Solute-Solvent Balance

Equilibrium between solutes and solvents in body.

Urine Excretion

Process of eliminating waste fluids from body.

Thirst Mechanism

Physiological response prompting water intake.

Salt Intake

Consumption of sodium leading to osmotic thirst.

Cell Shrinkage

Reduction in cell size due to water loss.

Fluid Regulation

Body's management of water levels.

Antidiuretic Hormone

Hormone promoting water reabsorption in kidneys.

Kidney Function

Organ's role in filtering blood and urine production.

Intense Thirst

Strong urge to drink water due to dehydration.

Urine Color

Indicator of hydration level based on concentration.

Hydration Status

Level of water in the body.

Salt and Water Balance

Relationship between sodium intake and hydration.

Fluid Loss Causes

Factors like sweating or bleeding leading to thirst.

Water Content in Body

Approximately 70% of total body weight.

Thirst Triggers

Stimuli causing the sensation of needing water.

Hormonal Regulation

Control of body functions through hormone release.

Osmotic Thirst

Thirst triggered by high osmotic pressure.

Vasopressin

Hormone regulating water retention from posterior pituitary.

Hyponatremia

Condition of low sodium levels in the body.

Supraoptic Nucleus

Brain region controlling vasopressin release.

Paraventricular Nucleus

Brain region involved in fluid balance regulation.

Renin

Enzyme released by kidneys during low blood volume.

Angiotensin I

Precursor to angiotensin II, formed from renin.

Angiotensin II

Hormone that constricts blood vessels and stimulates thirst.

Subcortical Organs

Brain structures involved in thirst and fluid balance.

Lateral Hypothalamus

Brain area involved in regulating thirst.

Osmoreceptors

Receptors detecting osmotic pressure in the body.

SFO

Organ involved in sensing osmotic pressure.

TLS

Structure detecting osmotic pressure and sodium content.

Posterior Pituitary

Gland releasing vasopressin into the bloodstream.

Blood Volume

Total volume of blood in the circulatory system.

Anemia

Condition characterized by low red blood cell count.

Fluid Loss

Reduction of body fluids due to bleeding or dehydration.

Dizziness

Feeling of lightheadedness often due to low blood volume.

Endoscopy

Procedure to examine the digestive tract for bleeding.

Colonoscopy

Examination of the colon for internal bleeding.