Which of the following events would occur when the environmental temperature is considerably lower than body temperature?

A) Sweating
B) Vasoconstriction of the blood vessels of the skin
C) Increased heat loss through the skin
D) Decreased muscular activity to maintain heat
E) Vasodilation of the blood vessels of the skin

Vasoconstriction

The narrowing of blood vessels, which increases blood pressure and reduces blood flow to certain areas of the body.

Environmental Temperature

The measure of heat in the environment, affecting both living and non-living entities.

Body Temperature

Body Temperature is a measure of the body's ability to generate and get rid of heat, crucial for maintaining metabolic processes.