In a Cold Environment, the Arterioles in the Dermis Will

question 51

Multiple Choice

In a cold environment, the arterioles in the dermis will:

• A)dilate to release heat
• B)dilate to conserve heat
• C)constrict to release heat
• D)constrict to conserve heat

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Definitions:

Insulin

a hormone produced by the pancreas that regulates the level of glucose in the blood, essential for maintaining healthy blood sugar levels.

Eating Hunger

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An area of the brain involved in many functions, including hunger, thirst, and the body's response to overheating or overcooling.

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