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Brain monitors internal environment from "summary" of Discovering the Brain by National Academy of Sciences,Institute of Medicine,Sandra Ackerman

The brain constantly receives information from the body. It is like a vigilant monitor, always checking on the internal environment to ensure everything is functioning properly. This monitoring process is crucial for maintaining homeostasis, the body's internal balance. The brain gathers information from various sources within the body, such as the blood, organs, and nerves. It processes this information through a complex network of neurons and neurotransmitters to make sense of what is happening internally. This allows the brain to respond quickly to any changes or threats to the body's well-being. One of the key ways the brain monitors the internal environmen...
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    Discovering the Brain

    National Academy of Sciences

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