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Q: As you are studying for your science exam you realize that you are thirsty. You decide to get a drink of water. What type of stimulus is this?
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Is thirsty an abstract noun?

thirsty is an adjective. I think that thirst is an abstract noun.


Why do you feel thirsty after the slimming treatments?

we feel thirsty after the slimming treatmets because our body lose a lot of water in form of sweat so our body need to regain water so we feel thirsty


Why are you thirsty in the morning after sleeping?

your body is lack of water.Your body have been rested for about 8-7 hours,so of course you will feel thirsty in the morning :)


What happens to your body when you are thirsty?

A poorly localized area of the hypothalamus called the "thirst center" is stimulated by a dry mouth as well as body dehydration, Projections from the thirst center to the thalamus and then to the conscious cortex inform us that we need water.This triggers the sensation of thirst and initiates the conscious desire for water. The hypothalamus also takes subconscious steps to correct dehydration.


Why does one feel thirstier after she or he drink soft-drinks?

Being thirsty is a brain response due to increased blood osmolarity or decreased blood volume. The human body must keep its blood osmolarity close to 300 mOsms in order to function properly. If it is increased or the blood volume is decreased the brain will release hormones such as ADH(antidiuretic hormone- to save water) and will trigger a thirst response in the brain. Soft-drinks as opposed to water, have an increased osmolarity and therefore cannot lower your blood osmolarity to the same degree as water and therefore do not relieve your thirst. Hope that helps

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