Lämpösäätelyvaikutus
Lämpösäätelyvaikutus, or thermal regulation effect, refers to the physiological and behavioral processes by which organisms maintain their internal body temperature within a range that supports optimal biological function. This mechanism is crucial for survival, as extreme deviations from the ideal temperature can disrupt metabolic processes, enzyme activity, and overall cellular function.
In humans and many other mammals, the hypothalamus in the brain acts as the primary control center
The effectiveness of thermal regulation can be influenced by environmental factors, such as ambient temperature, humidity,
Beyond mammals, many other species exhibit similar thermal regulation strategies. Ectothermic animals, like reptiles and amphibians,
Understanding thermal regulation is important in fields such as physiology, environmental science, and medicine. It helps