Thermoregulation
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define vasodialation
when arteries widen to increase the loss of heat. (used when termperature gets too hot)
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Define vasoconstriction
blood vessels are tightened due to muscles to prevent heat loss
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what do goosebumps do when you get cold?
hairs that stand traps air that is insulated that is helping heat to get trapped.
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what happens when you get too hot?
HYPERthermia
sweating
enzymes denature
vasodilation
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what happens when you get too cold
HYPOthermia
vasoconstriction
shivering
goosbumps
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how does shivering make you warmer when you get too cold
the muscles contract when shivering making heat.
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