Biology 5090 · O Level · Temperature control

Temperature control — practice question

During the night, the air temperature is $3\,^{\circ}\text{C}$. Someone goes outdoors for $30$ minutes, and their body temperature decreases. What could explain this change in temperature?

  • AThe person cannot get rid of carbon dioxide.
  • BThe person has too much glucose for respiration.
  • CThere is less oxygen in the cold air breathed in.
  • DThe respiratory enzymes function more slowly.

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