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John is jogging on a winter day. The outdoors temperature is 31 degrees F. Yet, his body temperature is 98 degrees F. What term best describes the process causing this difference in temperature? A. homeostasis B. pathophysiology C. fever D. hyperthyroidism

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Answer:

homeostasis

Step-by-step explanation:

This is the condition of optimal functioning for the organism and includes many variables, such as body temperature and fluid balance, being kept within certain pre-set limits.

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