The characteristics of homeostasis: a new perspective on teaching a fundamental principle in biology
Issue 358 | Page 85 | Published Sep 2015
Description
We present perceptions regarding homeostasis of 12th grade biology students (age 17–18) who studied homeostasis through those eight characteristics. The students’ perceptions reflect their understanding of the multifaceted appearance of homeostasis in living organisms.
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