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Grade 12th pass9 grade science

Shivering, when in cold water is caused by

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4 Years agoGrade 12th pass
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4 Years ago
A shiver is caused by your muscles tightening and relaxing in rapid succession. This involuntary muscle movement is your body's natural response to getting colder and trying to warm up. Responding to a cold environment, however, is only one reason why you shiver.