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Sweating in humans is primarily an adaptation for:
Options
A Conserving water
B Thermoregulation in hot climates
Correct Answer
C Oxygen conservation
D Enhancing muscle strength
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Sweating is a physiological adaptation for thermoregulation, where evaporation of sweat from the skin surface dissipates heat and cools the body in hot conditions.

Hint

Think about how evaporative cooling helps regulate body temperature.

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