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Characteristics -1/5 the Earths surface -Less than 50cm of rain a year -surfaces are rocky, gravely, or sandy - Temps- 20-25 degrees C but can get up to 43-49 degrees C

The body copes with heat by sweating How to protect yourself when there are extreme temperatures- -Drink plenty of fluids (16-32 ounces and hour) -Don’t drink alcohol or sugar drinks -Replace salts and minerals -Wear appropriate clothing and sunscreen

What is Heat Exhaustion? ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],-Mild form of heat related illness -loss of water and salts Symptoms

What is Heat Stroke? ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],-Serious form of heat related illness -Occurs when body is unable to control its -temperature -Body temp can raise up to 106 deg and can cause permanent damage or even be fatal Symptoms

What is Dehydration? ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],-When you lose more water that is taken in Symptoms

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