Biology: Life on Earth with Physiology (11th Edition)
11th Edition
ISBN: 9780133923001
Author: Gerald Audesirk, Teresa Audesirk, Bruce E. Byers
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 32, Problem 2RQ
Define and compare ectotherms and endotherms. Provide an example of each. Are “cold-blooded” and “warm-blooded” accurate ways to describe them? Explain.
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Chapter 32 Solutions
Biology: Life on Earth with Physiology (11th Edition)
Ch. 32.1 - Prob. 1CSCCh. 32.1 - define homeostasis and explain why organisms...Ch. 32.1 - Prob. 1HYEWCh. 32.1 - What would happen if a cold, shvering mammal...Ch. 32.1 - Prob. 2CSCCh. 32.1 - explain the difference between ectotherms and...Ch. 32.1 - Prob. 3CYLCh. 32.1 - Prob. 4CYLCh. 32.2 - Prob. 1CSRCh. 32.2 - By pumping carbon dioxide and other greenhouse...
Ch. 32.2 - Prob. 1CYLCh. 32.2 - Prob. 1ETCh. 32.2 - describe the four types of tissues?Ch. 32.2 - name and describe the major human organ systems?Ch. 32 - Why does life on land present particular...Ch. 32 - The ability of the body to maintain its internal...Ch. 32 - Which of the following statements is False? a....Ch. 32 - Define homeostasis, and explain how negative...Ch. 32 - Prob. 2ACCh. 32 - Prob. 2FIBCh. 32 - Prob. 2MCCh. 32 - Define and compare ectotherms and endotherms....Ch. 32 - Imagine you are a health care professional...Ch. 32 - Prob. 3FIBCh. 32 - Prob. 3MCCh. 32 - Prob. 3RQCh. 32 - Glands with ducts connecting them to the...Ch. 32 - Prob. 4MCCh. 32 - Prob. 4RQCh. 32 - Prob. 5FIBCh. 32 - Which of the following statements is True? a....Ch. 32 - Prob. 5RQCh. 32 - what property distinguishes connective tissue from...Ch. 32 - Prob. 7RQ
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- From the list of strategies for dealing with harsh cold environments, choose those that an ectotherm would employ. See image attatched.arrow_forwardThe main difference between ectotherms and endotherms is how they obtain food to provide for their metabolism. the source of their body heat. whether they conserve or eliminate body heat. whether they control their body temperature.arrow_forwardDefine: homeostasis What is a negative feedback loop? What is a positive feedback loop? Which of those two is rare?arrow_forward
- Distinguish between the following Ectotherms and Endotherms.arrow_forwardWhat is the difference between ectotherms and endotherms?arrow_forwardWhich of the following is not a way that ectotherms can change their body temperatures? a. Sweating for evaporative cooling. b. Adjusting the timing of their daily activities. c. Seek out or avoid direct sunlight. d. Huddle in a group.arrow_forward
- Give typed explanation List down one common disorder, problems and complaints and their signs and symptoms, associated with each body system and its componentsarrow_forwardResearch the behaviours of a specific ectothermic animal. How do specific behaviours allow for the animal to control its body temperature in cool and hot conditions? How do specific parts of the animal’s anatomy help with thermoregulation? Use a feedback diagram to show how this animal uses thermoregulation in one of these conditions: ectotherm in cool conditions ectotherm in hot conditions Be sure to use ⊕ and ⊝ symbols in the feedback diagram to add important details.arrow_forwardWrite a long response that thoroughly explores examples of structure and function working together at the following levels in the interest of maintaining homeostasis: A – Organ B – Organ System C – Organism Be specific at each level of organization while keeping the greater good of the whole body in mind. If there was significant dysfunction at the organ level, predict how the effects of that flaw might ripple though higher levels of organization mentioned above? How might this affect the overall health of the person?arrow_forward
- a) Name an example of an ectotherm living a homeothermic life b) Explain how how they can do thisarrow_forwardDefine homeostasis, and give examples of homeostatic variables inanimals.arrow_forwardExplain negative and positive feedback in a homeostatic control mechanism, and the involvement of organ(s) in this mechanismarrow_forward
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