Ch 25 - Exercise & Thermal Stress Flashcards
1
Q
How much internal temperature fluctuation can a human body handle?
A
Human can tolerate a drop in core body temp of 10°C or an increase of 5°C
2
Q
Contributing factors to heat gain
A
BMR Muscular Activity Hormones Thermic effect of food Postural changes Environment
3
Q
Contributing factors to heat loss
A
Radiation
Conduction
Converction
Evaporation