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Question 26 • Biology

Which organ systems work together to help the body shiver in order to maintain homeostasis?

Answer
A
circulatory and muscular
B
respiratory and nervous
C
nervous and muscular
D
circulatory and respiratory

Explanation

When body temperature drops, the nervous system detects the change and sends signals to skeletal muscles. The muscles contract rapidly and involuntarily, producing heat that helps restore a stable body temperature. Therefore, the nervous and muscular systems work together to cause shivering.

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