Exercise Physiology: Theory and Application to Fitness and Performance 9th Edition by Scott Powers, Edward Howley

Exercise 1

Define the following terms: (1) homeotherm, (2) hyperthermia, and (3) hypothermia.

Step 1 of 3

Homeotherm: An organism that can maintain a constant body core temperature is called a homeotherm. Vertebrates are homeotherms. They maintain a constant core temperature. Each organism has its own core temperature. For example, the normal body temperature of humans is 37° C. In order to maintain a constant temperature, the rate of heat loss must equal the rate of heat gain/production.