If body temperature increases above normal, what occurs?
A)sweat is produced by both eccrine and appocrine glands
B)the nervous system causes blood vessels to dilate
C)sweating occurs and blood vessels of the dermis dilate
D)sweating occurs and the blood vessels of the dermis contract

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When body temperature increases above normal, sweating occurs and the blood vessels of the dermis dilate. This is the body's way of releasing heat to regulate body temperature. The eccrine glands, which are located all over the body, produce sweat that helps cool the skin as it evaporates. The apocrine glands, which are located in the armpits and groin area, also produce sweat but the sweat produced by them is thicker and can result in body odor when it comes into contact with bacteria on the skin.

If Body Temperature Increases Above Normal, What Occurs