Life: The Science of Biology 11th Edition

Published by W. H. Freeman
ISBN 10: 1-31901-016-4
ISBN 13: 978-1-31901-016-4

Chapter 39 - Physiology, Homeostasis, and Temperature Regulation - 39.5 - Body Temperature Is Regulated through Adaptations for Heat Production and Heat Loss - 39.5 Recap - Learning Outcomes - Page 840: 2

Answer

Evaporative water loss has a risk of dehydrating an animal. When an animal sweats, it receives an immediate cooling effect but also suffers a net loss of water. This problem becomes more severe in arid climates.

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Evaporative water loss has a risk of dehydrating an animal. When an animal sweats, it receives an immediate cooling effect but also suffers a net loss of water. This problem becomes more severe in arid climates.
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