why aren't our bodies comfortable in 98 degrees F, when we in turn regulate a 98 degree body temp?
maeko
[ Answer this question ] Want to answer more questions in the Miscellaneous category? Maybe give some free advice about: Random Weirdos? Celena answered Friday December 5 2003, 11:39 am: Not much is up, Maeko. Suprizingly little actually, thanks for asking. And now I will answer your question, which I, of course know the answer to. Right after I do an internet search, which has absoloutely nothing to do with the aforementioned question. Alright, Maeko, I'm back to answer your question, after consulting multiple articles on heat stro--- I mean after consulting the tremendous wealthy of knowledge stored in my cranium I can give you the following answer:
If the surrounding environmental air temperature is less than normal body temperature, that is less than 98 degrees F, the body will lose heat directly to it. However, if the air is at a greater than or equal temperature with body, heat will be absorbed through the skin. This excess heat puts greater demand on your body's sweat system, which will in turn lead to fluid loss making you even hotter.
So there you are, Maeko! Any questions on hypothermia you'd like to add? Because I know all about that too, now. I mean.. uh. Forget I said that. [ Celena's advice column | Ask Celena A Question ]
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