What Happens Within Our Bodies When We Sweat?

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    Which part of the body is sweating accompanied with bad odour?

    • Legs
    • Neck
    • Armpit
    • Face
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Humans have this word common into their day to day activities. A day won't hobby without sweating. What goes on in our bodies specifically under our skin. Time to quiz yourself.

What Happens Within Our Bodies When We Sweat? - Quiz

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  • 2. 

    Is [your statement here] true or false?

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The given answer is true because it directly states that the statement is true.

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  • 3. 
    What is another name for perspiration? - ProProfs

    What is another name for perspiration?

    • Evaporation

    • Diaphoresis

    • Hypohidrosis

    • Hidromeiosis

    Correct Answer
    A. Diaphoresis
    Explanation
    Diaphoresis is another name for perspiration. It refers to the process of sweating, which is the body's natural way of cooling down and regulating temperature. When we sweat, our sweat glands release fluid onto the skin's surface, which then evaporates and helps to cool the body. Therefore, diaphoresis is the correct answer as it accurately describes the phenomenon of perspiration.

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  • 4. 
    How many types of sweat gland can be found in the human body? - ProProfs

    How many types of sweat gland can be found in the human body?

    • 1

    • 2

    • 3

    • 4

    Correct Answer
    A. 2
    Explanation
    There are two types of sweat glands that can be found in the human body. The first type is called eccrine sweat glands, which are found all over the body and are responsible for regulating body temperature. The second type is called apocrine sweat glands, which are mainly found in the armpits and genital area and are responsible for producing a thicker and odoriferous sweat.

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  • 5. 
    The following are a list of mineral content present in sweat except? - ProProfs

    The following are a list of mineral content present in sweat except?

    • Selenium

    • Sodium

    • Potassium

    • Calcium

    Correct Answer
    A. Selenium
    Explanation
    Sweat is mainly composed of water, sodium, potassium, and calcium. Selenium is not typically found in significant amounts in sweat.

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  • 6. 
    How many sweat gland does an average individual have? - ProProfs

    How many sweat gland does an average individual have?

    • 1-2million

    • 2-4million

    • 3-4million

    • 2-6million

    Correct Answer
    A. 1-2million
    Explanation
    An average individual has 1-2 million sweat glands. Sweat glands are responsible for producing sweat, which helps regulate body temperature. These glands are distributed across the body, with higher concentrations in areas such as the palms, soles of the feet, and underarms. The number of sweat glands can vary slightly among individuals, but the range of 1-2 million is generally accepted.

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  • 7. 
    The following are list of animals that sweat like humans except? - ProProfs

    The following are list of animals that sweat like humans except?

    • Strepsirrhines

    • Haplorhines

    • Horse

    • Elephant

    Correct Answer
    A. Elephant
    Explanation
    Elephants do not sweat like humans. While humans and horses have sweat glands all over their bodies, elephants have very few sweat glands and rely on other methods to cool down, such as bathing in water or mud. Strepsirrhines and haplorhines are categories of primates and are not relevant to sweating. Therefore, the correct answer is Elephant.

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  • 8. 
    The reduction is sweating that is due to blockage of the sweat glandin humid condition is termed as what? - ProProfs

    The reduction is sweating that is due to blockage of the sweat glandin humid condition is termed as what?

    • Evaporation

    • Perspiration

    • Hidromeiosis

    • Hypohidrosis

    Correct Answer
    A. Hidromeiosis
    Explanation
    Hidromeiosis is the correct answer because it refers to the reduction in sweating that occurs when the sweat glands are blocked in humid conditions. This term specifically describes the condition where sweat cannot be released from the sweat glands due to blockage, leading to a decrease in perspiration.

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  • 9. 
    The following emotions trigger sweating except? - ProProfs

    The following emotions trigger sweating except?

    • Anger

    • Joy

    • Fear

    • Anxiety

    Correct Answer
    A. Joy
    Explanation
    Sweating is a physiological response that helps regulate body temperature. It is commonly triggered by emotions such as anger, fear, and anxiety, as these emotions activate the body's fight-or-flight response. However, joy is not typically associated with the same level of physiological arousal as the other emotions listed. Therefore, it is less likely to trigger sweating compared to the others.

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  • 10. 
    The decrease of sweat from whatever cause is termed as what? - ProProfs

    The decrease of sweat from whatever cause is termed as what?

    • Hypohidrosis

    • Evaporation

    • Hidromeiosis

    • Diaphoresis

    Correct Answer
    A. Hypohidrosis
    Explanation
    Hypohidrosis refers to a decrease in sweat production, regardless of the cause. It is a medical condition characterized by reduced or absent sweating, which can lead to overheating and difficulty regulating body temperature. This term accurately describes the condition of decreased sweat production, making it the correct answer.

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