Question 1

The evaporation of 1,000 ml of sweat results in the loss of 1,000 kcal of heat.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Heat production can be increased voluntarily through

Accepted Answer

A)  shivering. 
B)  non-shivering thermogenesis. 
C)  the action of thyroxine and catecholamines. 
D)  exercise. 
A)  shivering. 
B)  non-shivering thermogenesis. 
C)  the action of thyroxine and catecholamines. 
D)  exercise.

Question 3

Dehydration that results in a loss of 1-2% of body weight is sufficient to impair exercise performance.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Cold acclimatization results in an improved ability to sleep in a cold environment.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

A high percentage of body fat results in an increased ability to lose body heat during exercise.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Which of the following could be a mechanism of heat gain in a hot environment?

Accepted Answer

A)  radiation 
B)  conduction 
C)  evaporation 
D)  convection 
A)  radiation 
B)  conduction 
C)  evaporation 
D)  convection

Question 7

The primary adaptations that occur during heat acclimatization are

Accepted Answer

A)  a decreased plasma volume, earlier onset of sweating, and higher sweat rate. 
B)  an increased plasma volume and lower sweat rate. 
C)  an increased plasma volume, earlier onset of sweating, and a higher sweat rate. 
D)  a decreased plasma volume, earlier onset of sweating, and a lower sweat rate. 
A)  a decreased plasma volume, earlier onset of sweating, and higher sweat rate. 
B)  an increased plasma volume and lower sweat rate. 
C)  an increased plasma volume, earlier onset of sweating, and a higher sweat rate. 
D)  a decreased plasma volume, earlier onset of sweating, and a lower sweat rate.

Question 8

The higher the relative humidity, the __________ the vapor pressure gradient between the skin and the environment.

Accepted Answer

A)  higher 
B)  lower 
C)  There is no relationship between relative humidity and vapor pressure. 
A)  higher 
B)  lower 
C)  There is no relationship between relative humidity and vapor pressure.

The evaporation of 1,000 ml of sweat results in the loss of 1,000 kcal of heat.

Heat production can be increased voluntarily through

Dehydration that results in a loss of 1-2% of body weight is sufficient to impair exercise performance.

Cold acclimatization results in an improved ability to sleep in a cold environment.

A high percentage of body fat results in an increased ability to lose body heat during exercise.

Which of the following could be a mechanism of heat gain in a hot environment?

The primary adaptations that occur during heat acclimatization are

The higher the relative humidity, the __________ the vapor pressure gradient between the skin and the environment.

Introduction to Exercise Physiology

Common Measurements in Exercise Physiology

Control of the Internal Environment

Bioenergetics

Exercise Metabolism

Cell Signaling and the Hormonal Responses to Exercise

Exercise and the Immune System

The Nervous System: Structure and Control of Movement

Skeletal Muscle: Structure and Function

Circulatory Responses to Exercise

Respiration During Exercise

Acid-Base Balance During Exercise

The Physiology of Training: Effect on Vo2 Max, Performance, and Strength

Risk Factors and Inflammation: Links to Chronic Disease

Exercise Prescriptions for Health and Fitness

Exercise for Special Populations

Body Composition and Nutrition for Health

Factors Affecting Performance

Laboratory Assessment of Human Performance

Training for Performance

Training for the Female Athlete, Children, Special Populations, and the Masters Athlete

Nutrition, Body Composition, and Performance

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Exam 13: Temperature Regulation

The evaporation of 1,000 ml of sweat results in the loss of 1,000 kcal of heat.

Heat production can be increased voluntarily through

Dehydration that results in a loss of 1-2% of body weight is sufficient to impair exercise performance.

Cold acclimatization results in an improved ability to sleep in a cold environment.

A high percentage of body fat results in an increased ability to lose body heat during exercise.

Which of the following could be a mechanism of heat gain in a hot environment?

The primary adaptations that occur during heat acclimatization are

The higher the relative humidity, the __________ the vapor pressure gradient between the skin and the environment.

Introduction to Exercise Physiology

Common Measurements in Exercise Physiology

Control of the Internal Environment

Bioenergetics

Exercise Metabolism

Cell Signaling and the Hormonal Responses to Exercise

Exercise and the Immune System

The Nervous System: Structure and Control of Movement

Skeletal Muscle: Structure and Function

Circulatory Responses to Exercise

Respiration During Exercise

Acid-Base Balance During Exercise

The Physiology of Training: Effect on Vo2 Max, Performance, and Strength

Risk Factors and Inflammation: Links to Chronic Disease

Exercise Prescriptions for Health and Fitness

Exercise for Special Populations

Body Composition and Nutrition for Health

Factors Affecting Performance

Laboratory Assessment of Human Performance

Training for Performance

Training for the Female Athlete, Children, Special Populations, and the Masters Athlete

Nutrition, Body Composition, and Performance

Exercise and the Environment

Ergogenic Aids

Filters