Question detail

Which of the following is a method of water loss from the skin?

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MCQ

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practice

Style

Topic

Hormonal coordination in humans

Question

  1. A. Sweating
  2. B. Breathing
  3. C. Eating
  4. D. Drinking

Answer

Sweating

Explanation

Sweating is a process where water is lost from the skin, helping to regulate body temperature.

Common mistake

Misunderstanding Water Loss Mechanisms

Students often confuse the processes of water loss from the lungs and skin, thinking they are the same or only occur under specific conditions.

Clarify that water loss from the lungs occurs continuously during exhalation as a part of respiration, while sweating is a response to temperature regulation and physical activity. Emphasize the different mechanisms and conditions under which each occurs.

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