How does the skin help regulate body temperature?
A) Nerves in the dermis cause blood vessels to dilate or constrict to regulate heat loss.
B) Epidermal tissue prevents excess loss or absorption of water, which helps keep body temperature stable.
C) The dermis expands or contracts to conserve or expel heat.
D) Epidermal blood vessels sense the skin temperature and constrict to conserve heat.

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Nerves in the dermis cause blood vessels to dilate or constrict to regulate heat loss. This helps to release heat from the body when it is too warm and retain heat when it is cold.

How Does the Skin Help Regulate Body Temperature