Sweating
A) is a uniquely human response to heat
B) has no detrimental physiological effects
C) is not an effective means of dissipating heat
D) permits cooling through evaporation
E) is an ability that varies from one human population to another

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Sweating permits cooling through evaporation. When sweat evaporates, it removes heat from the skin, and this process helps regulate body temperature. A and B are incorrect because sweating also occurs in other animals, and excessive sweating can lead to dehydration and electrolyte imbalances. C is incorrect because sweating is actually an effective means of dissipating heat. E is also incorrect because sweating is a universal trait in humans.