Question

frostbite __________. a. is caused when an animal bite is exposed to cold weather b. results when tissues are damaged by extreme cold c. causes the body to lose its ability to regulate its temperature d. only occurs in temperatures below -20°f please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Explanation:

Frostbite is the damage of skin and underlying tissues due to extreme cold exposure. It is not related to animal - bites (option A is wrong), it is not the cause of the body losing temperature - regulating ability (option C is wrong), and it can occur at temperatures above - 20°F in certain conditions (option D is wrong).

Answer:

B. results when tissues are damaged by extreme cold