When Your Body Temperature Drops Below Normal, Your Muscles Begin

question 43

Multiple Choice

When your body temperature drops below normal, your muscles begin to contract rapidly, making you shiver and generating heat. In this case your muscles are acting as the

• A) sensor.
• B) effector.
• C) control center.
• D) both A and C.

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Definitions:

Expiratory Phase

The part of the breathing cycle when air is expelled from the lungs.

Chamber

A compartment or enclosed space, used in various contexts such as part of a firearm, heart, or device.

Mean Oral Temperature

The average temperature taken from the mouth, which reflects the body's core temperature, commonly used in clinical assessments.

Older Adults

Individuals typically aged 65 years and older, often requiring specialized healthcare due to various age-related conditions.