Question

describes one way humans maintain homeostasis?
a. temperature is regulated by giving off carbon dioxide.
b. water content is regulated by giving off carbon dioxide.
c. temperature is regulated by sweating.
d. water content is regulated by sweating.
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Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze each option:

• Option A: Giving off carbon dioxide (respiration) is for gas exchange (removing CO₂, taking in O₂), not temperature regulation. Eliminate A.
• Option B: Giving off CO₂ is not related to water content regulation. Eliminate B.
• Option C: Sweating is a mechanism where sweat evaporates, taking heat from the body, thus regulating body temperature (homeostasis). This is correct.
• Option D: Sweating does lose water, but its main role in homeostasis is temperature regulation, not primary water content regulation (water content is regulated by processes like kidney function, drinking). Eliminate D.

Answer:

C. Temperature is regulated by sweating.