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Why do humans shiver when cold?

Updated: 8/10/2023
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Muscles expand and contract as a way to produce heat for the body.

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The body is trying to generate heat by rapid movement known as shivering.

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It is the muscles under the skin contracting and relaxing really quickly, this causes friction, therefore creating warmth for the body!

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