Question

How do hydrogen bonds contribute to body temperature regulation?

Answer 1

Answer: Hydrogen bonds contribute to homeostasis that is maintaining body temperature.

Explanation: The hydrogen bonds between water molecules give water the ability to hold heat better than many other bonds. Heat energy is first used to break Hydrogen bonds, leaving less heat energy to increase movement of the molecules which is necessary to increase temperature. This property helps maintain homeostasis.

Answer 2

Hydrogen bonds contribute to body temperature regulation by one of the properties of water called high heat capacity. The water's high heat capacity is caused by hydrogen bonding among water molecules. These hydrogen bonds are broken down when heat is absorbed causing water molecules to move freely. When the temperature of water decreases, hydrogen bonds are formed; thereby releasing a considerable amount of energy.