effects on body temp- lqc 1a Flashcards
1
Q
body fat
A
acts as insulation slowing cooling
2
Q
clothing
A
presence of clothing slows cooling
3
Q
body position
A
sitting up increases cooling
4
Q
body size
A
larger bodies retain heat
5
Q
humidity
A
effects cooling by evaporation if body or clothing is wet
6
Q
immersion in water
A
cools more rapidly, water is a better conductor of heat
7
Q
mode of death
A
entry wounds increase surface area for cooling
8
Q
temperature of surroundings
A
colder = faster cooling
hotter = slower cooling
9
Q
air movement
A
removal of warm air speeds cooling
