Why do we get goosebumps? If we do get goosebumps, what is it that makes the hair actually stand up like that? What is the difference between goosebumps from feeling cold, fright, and when taking a shit?
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Raising hair or fur, like we used to have has a few uses;
1) it traps a layer of still air near your skin acting as an additional layer of insulation.
2) makes you seem bigger. If you get a scare it can be a good idea to make yourself look big.
3) frisson. This is what happens when you enjoy music and get goosebumps. We’re not 100% sure what exactly is the relationship between goosebumps and enjoying music or good movie scenes but it’s basically because the part of your brain that enjoys music is right next to the part that keeps an eye out for danger.
4)taking a shit. Again, as far I know we don’t exactly know why but it could be due to the slight but sudden temp drop when taking a piss or shit.
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