When the surrounding temperature is low,how is heat NOT lost from the body?
A) by means of radiation
B) by means of conduction/convection
C) by means of nonshivering thermogenesis
D) by means of both radiation and conduction/convection

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Nonshivering thermogenesis is a process in which specialized brown adipose tissue (BAT) generates heat by metabolizing stored lipids, instead of utilizing ATP produced by oxidative metabolism. This process generates heat and helps maintain body temperature, even in cold surroundings, by lowering the heat loss from the body. Radiation and conduction/convection are passive means of heat loss and cannot prevent heat loss completely in cold surroundings.

When the Surrounding Temperature Is Low,how Is Heat NOT Lost