Thermoregulation in Organisms
Biology ⇒ Biological Systems and Homeostasis
Thermoregulation in Organisms starts at 7 and continues till grade 12.
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A marathon runner collapses due to heat stroke. Explain the physiological failure in thermoregulation that leads to this condition.
Describe how countercurrent heat exchange works in animals such as fish or birds.
Describe how fever is related to thermoregulation.
Describe how insulation helps in thermoregulation in mammals.
Describe the difference between endotherms and ectotherms.
Describe the role of brown adipose tissue in thermoregulation.
Describe the role of the hypothalamus in thermoregulation.
Explain how vasoconstriction helps conserve heat in cold environments.
Explain how vasodilation helps in cooling the body.
Explain why camels can tolerate high body temperatures during the day.
Explain why small mammals lose heat more rapidly than large mammals.
Explain why sweating is less effective in humid environments.
