HUMAN BIOLOGY
HUMAN BIOLOGY
16th Edition
ISBN: 9781260233032
Author: Mader
Publisher: RENT MCG
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Chapter 13.5, Problem 2CYP
Summary Introduction

To analyze:

The role of the muscle system in the maintenance of temperature.

Introduction:

Humans are endotherms, which means they maintain their body temperature within a range to favor smooth running of all metabolic functions with the help of internal bodily functions like sweating(to reduce the body temperature) and shivering (to increase the body temperature).

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