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ZOO 101 ZOO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

Question

Human sweating is most effective in:
Options
A Cold climates
B Hot climates
Correct Answer
C High altitudes
D Underwater environments
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Sweating is most effective in hot climates because evaporation of sweat from the skin surface removes heat; this cooling mechanism is less effective in cold, humid, or underwater conditions.

Hint

Consider where evaporative cooling provides the greatest thermoregulatory benefit.

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