The Chilling Reason For Goosebumps

Written By Georgia Dawahare

Everyone has experienced goosebumps at some point in their lives. The peculiar reaction (scientifically called ‘piloerection’) in animals with thick fur protects them from the cold. Humans, however, have evolved to have relatively little body hair, so piloerection is not enough to retain warmth. What, then, is the purpose of goosebumps?

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Georgia Dawahare
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