I WONDER - Why Do We Get Goose Bumps? Me Pregunto - Qué Son La Piel De Gallina?

Goosebumps are a natural reaction that helps keep us warm by causing hairs on our arms to stand up, trapping hot air and increasing body temperature. This mechanism is also effective in animals, especially those with more hair.

What is the primary function of goosebumps?

• To make the skin smoother

• To protect us from the sun

• To help keep us warm

• To make us look bigger

What happens to the hair on our arms when we get goosebumps?

• It changes color

• It falls off

• It stands up

• It becomes curly

How do goosebumps help in increasing body temperature?

• By trapping cold air

• By trapping hot air

• By absorbing sunlight

• By releasing heat

In which creatures is the goosebumps mechanism more effective?

• Creatures with feathers

• Creatures with scales

• Creatures with more hair

• Creatures with less hair

Why is the goosebumps mechanism more effective in animals with more hair?

• Because they can fly higher

• Because they can swim better

• Because they can run faster

• Because they can trap more hot air