effects on body temp- lqc 1a Flashcards

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1
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body fat

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acts as insulation slowing cooling

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clothing

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presence of clothing slows cooling

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3
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body position

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sitting up increases cooling

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4
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body size

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larger bodies retain heat

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5
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humidity

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effects cooling by evaporation if body or clothing is wet

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6
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immersion in water

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cools more rapidly, water is a better conductor of heat

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7
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mode of death

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entry wounds increase surface area for cooling

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8
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temperature of surroundings

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colder = faster cooling
hotter = slower cooling

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9
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air movement

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removal of warm air speeds cooling

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