How can our bodies acclimate to the temperature of water quickly but not the temperature of air.

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When I’m in the shower, my body can acclimate to hot water in a matter of mins. But when I’m outside and the temperature is hot, my body starts to sweat and I become uncomfortable no matter how long I’m expose to the heat. Why?

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Water conducts heat much better than air, so your body can adjust to its temperature faster. With air, it’s slower because it doesn’t transfer heat as efficiently, making it harder to adapt quickly.

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