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Sweat is the production of a liquid substance | Sweat is the production of a liquid substance from the [[sweat glands|sweat glands]] in the body. It is secreted via pores in the [[skin|skin]] of a mammal. | ||
When the moisture reaches the skin surface, it comes into contact with air and evaporates. This is a method of homeostasis. By cooling the body down when hot, the body temperature can return to normal to enable enzymes to work as an optimum. | When the moisture reaches the skin surface, it comes into contact with air and evaporates. This is a method of homeostasis. By cooling the body down when hot, the body temperature can return to normal to enable [[enzymes|enzymes]] to work as an optimum. | ||
Revision as of 16:48, 4 December 2017
Sweat is the production of a liquid substance from the sweat glands in the body. It is secreted via pores in the skin of a mammal.
When the moisture reaches the skin surface, it comes into contact with air and evaporates. This is a method of homeostasis. By cooling the body down when hot, the body temperature can return to normal to enable enzymes to work as an optimum.