Question

Marie and Joan are the same height, but Marie weighs 25 pounds more than Joan. When they go hiking in cold weather, Joan needs two more layers of clothing than Marie to stay warm. Which of the following explains why?Marie and Joan are the same height, but Marie weighs 25 pounds more than Joan. When they go hiking in cold weather, Joan needs two more layers of clothing than Marie to stay warm. Which of the following explains why?Marie has more dermal blood vessels, which constrict to increase blood flow to the core.Marie has more subcutaneous fat, which is metabolized to provide warmth.Marie has more subcutaneous fat, which insulates the body’s core.Marie has a thicker epidermal layer, which insulates her body’s core more efficiently.

Answer 1

Marie has more subcutaneous fat, which insulates the body’s core.

Step-by-step explanation:

Subcutaneous fats are those seemingly harmless fats that are visible beneath the skin. They serve a variety of functions including but not limited to being a source of energy, an insulator for temperature regulation, a form of air-bag protecting bones and muscles from impacts of falls, and a passage way for nerves and blood vessels.

fat.