Question

Which of these does NOT affect the amount we sweat
A. surrounding temperature
B. surrounding humidity
C. individual characteristics
D. amount of water we drink

Answer 1

"Option D) Amount of water we drink" does not affect the amount we sweat

Affect of the amount of water we drink on the amount we sweat

• The amount of water we drink does not directly affect the amount we sweat because sweating actually maintains the inner body temperature and depends upon our activity and the rest of the factors.

Affect of surrounding temperature on the amount we sweat

• The thermostat is the function that helps to maintain a constant inner body temperature.
• When the external temperature is high, the thermostat flushes more blood to the skin which results in frequent sweating.

Affect of surrounding humidity on the amount we sweat

• We sweat more in humid conditions because the air has too much moisture already and sweat is not evaporated.

Affect of individual characteristics on the amount we sweat

• Individual characteristics affect the amount of sweat we have. Such as body size, health, and fitness level, muscle mass and age have a lot to do with sweating.