INTEGRAT PRINC OF ZOO (LL W/ CONNECT)
INTEGRAT PRINC OF ZOO (LL W/ CONNECT)
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ISBN: 9781264177875
Author: HICKMAN
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Chapter 30, Problem 17RQ
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To explain: The advantage of abandon homeothermy in small birds and mammals during the extended period of their lives.

Introduction: In animals, heat is generated during the metabolic process. The metabolic process includes basal cellular metabolism, oxidation of foods, and muscular contraction. Therefore, in animals, it is crucial to regulate body temperature. Homeothermy is thermoregulation that maintains a constant internal body temperature irrespective of external influence.

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