The effect of wind and temperature on the human skin is called the
A) heat index.
B) sensible heat measurement.
C) wind chill factor.
D) apparent temperature index.

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The wind chill factor is the effect of wind and temperature on the human skin. It is a measure of how the combination of wind and cold air feels on exposed skin. It is calculated by taking into account the ambient temperature and wind speed. It is used to alert people to the danger of frostbite and hypothermia.

The Effect of Wind and Temperature on the Human Skin