Controlling core temperature
Controlling core temperature
Thermoregulation keeps core body temperature within a narrow range. The hypothalamus detects when blood temperature is above or below the normal range and coordinates corrective responses.
Step-by-step lessons on Edexcel GCSE Biology 7.3.3b Vasoconstriction and vasodilation in thermoregulation. Each one builds up to exam-style questions. Start with the foundational topics and build up to the higher-tier material.