I WONDER - Why Do We Blush?

The video explains why cheeks turn red during exercise or embarrassment. It highlights the role of blood vessels in carrying blood around the body and how increased blood flow to facial muscles causes blushing.

What are some physical conditions that can cause your cheeks to turn red during exercise?

• Sleepiness and boredom

• Hunger and thirst

• Embarrassment, cold, or fatigue

• Happiness and excitement

What is the primary function of blood vessels in relation to blushing?

• To regulate body temperature

• To cool down the body

• To carry blood around the body

• To store energy

Why does the body send more blood to the muscles when you're embarrassed?

• Because it perceives an emergency

• To reduce stress

• To increase oxygen levels

• To prepare for physical activity

What happens to the muscles of your face when you blush?

• They turn red

• They contract

• They become tense

• They relax

Which of the following is NOT a reason for blushing?

• Emergency response by the body

• Increased blood flow to facial muscles

• Embarrassment

• Lack of sleep