The process of maintaining a reasonably constant internal environment is called:
A)Thermostasis
B)Accommodation
C)Assimilation
D)Equilibrium
E)Homeostasis

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Homeostasis refers to the process by which living organisms regulate their internal environment to maintain conditions necessary for survival, despite changes in the external environment. This includes the regulation of temperature, pH, hydration, and the concentration of ions and nutrients.

The Process of Maintaining a Reasonably Constant Internal Environment Is