Many Mammals Control Their Body Temperature by Sweating

question 42

Multiple Choice

Many mammals control their body temperature by sweating.Which property of water is most directly responsible for the ability of sweat to lower body temperature?

• A)water's change in density when it condenses
• B)water's ability to dissolve molecules in the air
• C)the release of heat by the formation of hydrogen bonds
• D)the absorption of heat by the breaking of hydrogen bonds

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Definitions:

Instinct

An innate, typically fixed pattern of behavior in animals in response to certain stimuli, believed to be driven by biological necessities.

Tension

A mental or emotional strain caused by the conflict between opposing forces, thoughts, or feelings.

Homeostatic Approach

A concept in psychology that refers to the process by which organisms maintain a stable internal environment despite external changes, often applied to emotional regulation.

Balance and Equilibrium

The state of psychological stability achieved when tensions or conflicts are managed and personal needs are adequately met.