Last name: Franklin. This interesting old status name has its origins in the feudal system of medieval England. It derives from the Middle English frankelin, from the Anglo-Norman French franc meaning free, in the sense of liberal and generous, plus the germanic suffix ling.
homeostasis hoÂ·meÂ·oÂ·staÂ·sis (hÅ'mÄ-Å-stÄ'sÄ­s) n. The ability or tendency of an organism or a cell to maintain internal equilibrium by adjusting its physiological processes. The processes used to maintain such bodily equilibrium.
11. Homeostasis is the body process that attempts to maintain balance of internal environment variables such as pH, temperature, and blood sugar levels because cells and organs function properly in only a narrow range of conditions. 12.All cells have a cell membrane.he body attempts to maintain internal temperatures within this range though the process of homeostasis. However, in cases of exposure to extreme heat or cold, the homeostatic balance is disturbed, and cell die-off, organ damage, or even death can result. 2.