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Why must a normal body temperature be maintained in order for chemical reactions to be continued at life sustaining rates

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Answer:

If body temperature is too low, chemical reactions slow down. If body temperature is too high, chemical reactions speed up.

Explanation:

Which is why it is essential to have a normal body temperature in order chemical reactions to catalyze (continue).

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