Hello!
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36. What system works with the cardiovascular system to regulate temperature in the body? (1 point)
a) nervous
b) respiratory
c) immune
d) integumentary
My Answer: D
I'm confused here, due to the fact that both the nervous and integumentary system help regulate body temperature. However, I based my answer because the integumentary system helps the most. Could someone please help me?
Thanks in advance!
- Da Fash
Hello Da Fash!
You are correct that both the nervous system and the integumentary system are involved in regulating body temperature. However, when it comes to the primary system that works with the cardiovascular system to regulate temperature, the correct answer would be the integumentary system (Option D).
The integumentary system includes the skin and its associated structures such as hair and sweat glands. The skin plays a crucial role in maintaining body temperature through processes like sweating and shivering.
When the body gets too hot, the blood vessels in the skin dilate (expand) to allow more blood flow near the surface of the skin. This increased blood flow brings heat to the surface, where it can dissipate into the environment. Additionally, sweat glands release sweat onto the skin, which then evaporates, carrying heat away from the body and cooling it down.
On the other hand, when the body gets too cold, the blood vessels in the skin constrict (narrow) to reduce blood flow near the surface. This helps to minimize heat loss from the body. The integumentary system also plays a role in generating heat through shivering, which helps to warm up the body.
While the nervous system also contributes to temperature regulation by receiving and processing information from temperature sensors in the skin and initiating responses like sweating or shivering, the integumentary system's role is more direct and immediate. It works in close coordination with the cardiovascular system to regulate body temperature efficiently.
So, in this case, the correct answer is indeed option D. Great job on your answer choice! Let me know if there's anything else I can help you with.