Question detail
Which of the following factors can increase water loss through the skin?
Try the question, check the answer, then read the explanation to understand the curriculum point.
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MCQ
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practice
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Topic
Hormonal coordination in humans
Question
- A. High humidity
- B. Low temperature
- C. High temperature
- D. Low activity levels
Answer
High temperature
Explanation
High temperatures increase sweating, which leads to greater water loss through the skin.
Common mistake
Misunderstanding Water Loss Control
Students often think that water loss through the lungs and skin can be precisely controlled like other bodily functions.
Emphasize that water loss through the lungs and skin is influenced by environmental factors and body temperature, making it variable and not precisely controlled.
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