Body Temperature (2)

Normal body temperature

36.9 Celcius

Definition of body temperature

The measurement of the degree of of hotness and coldness of our body

Importance of understanding body temperature (1)

Any change in our body temperature whether it is higher or lower, is a sign that our body has a health problem

Importance of understanding body temperature (2)

Our body temperatures ensure our body functions at optimal level

Tool to measure body temperature

Thermometer

Types of thermometers (1)

Clinical thermometer

Types of thermometers (2)

Laboratory thermometer

Types of thermometers (3)

Rectal thermometer

Types of thermometers (4)

Infrared thermometer

Organs and systems of the human body that function to regulate body temperature

Skin and endocrine system