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5.2.4 Control of body temperature
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Keeping Body Temperature Stable

Keeping Body Temperature Stable

Flow diagram showing how the thermoregulatory centre detects temperatures above or below 37 degrees Celsius and triggers responses that return temperature toward normal

The body keeps its internal temperature close to 37 ∘C37\,^\circ\text{C}37∘C, where its enzymes generally work best. Large temperature changes can slow reactions or alter the shape of enzymes.

5.2.4 Control of body temperature Lesson

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Step-by-step lessons covering AQA GCSE Biology 5.2.4 Control of body temperature for Foundation and Higher tier. Each lesson works through exam-style questions in Paper 1 and Paper 2 format. Start with the foundational topics and build up to the higher-tier material.