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select the correct answer.
what is the difference between heat exhaustion and heat stroke?
a. heat exhaustion is a decrease in blood volume, while heat stroke is an increase in blood volume.
b. heat exhaustion is an increase in blood volume, while heat stroke is a decrease in blood volume.
c. heat exhaustion involves extreme sweating, while heat stroke involves a lack of sweating.
d. heat exhaustion involves a lack of sweating, while heat stroke involves extreme sweating.
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Explanation:

Heat exhaustion occurs when the body loses large amounts of sweat (due to prolonged exposure to heat and physical activity), leading to dehydration and electrolyte imbalance. Heat stroke is a more severe condition where the body's temperature regulation fails. The body stops sweating (as it can't cool down effectively), and internal body temperature rises rapidly, which can be life - threatening.

Answer:

C. Heat exhaustion involves extreme sweating, while heat stroke involves a lack of sweating.