thermoregulation
/θərmərɪɡʊˈleɪʃən/ · ther·mo·reg·u·la·tion
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- The process by which an organism or system maintains a stable internal temperature, despite changes in external temperature. The human body's thermoregulation system allows it to maintain a stable body temperature of around 98.6°F (37°C) in a wide range of environmental temperatures.
- The regulation of temperature in a building or other enclosed space, often using heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems. The building's thermoregulation system was designed to maintain a comfortable temperature of 72°F (22°C) throughout the year.
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Did you know? The concept of thermoregulation has been studied extensively in the field of biology, with many organisms, including humans, exhibiting unique thermoregulatory mechanisms to maintain their internal temperature.