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Physiology Flashcards

1
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Name metabolic sources of heat

A

BMR
Hormones eg adrenaline, noradrenaline, thyroxine (increase BMR)
Muscle activity
Shivering (increases muscle activity)

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Where is the temperature control centre?

A

In the hypothalamus

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3
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What is the posterior hypothalamic centre activated by?

A

Cold

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4
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What is the anterior hypothalamic centre activated by?

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Warmth

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5
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What temperature is fever?

A

38-40C

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What temperature is hyperthermia?

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.>40C

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What temperature is hypothermia?

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<35C

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