Biology (MindTap Course List)
Biology (MindTap Course List)
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ISBN: 9781337392938
Author: Eldra Solomon, Charles Martin, Diana W. Martin, Linda R. Berg
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 39.3, Problem 1C
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To determine: The costs and benefits of ectothermy.

Introduction: In order to survive and function properly animals need to maintain pH and internal temperature within relatively narrow limits. The body temperature is maintained within these narrow limits despite the changes in the surrounding temperature through a process called thermoregulation.

Summary Introduction

To determine: The strategies used by ectotherms to adjust their body temperature.

Introduction: Animals need to maintain a balanced state of body temperature to survive and function properly. The body temperature is maintained within narrow limits despite the changes in the surrounding temperature through a process called thermoregulation.

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What are the costs and benefits associated with endothermy and ectothermy?
What is the trade-off of ectotherms with regard to maintaining an internal environment that doesn’t vary much?   Ectotherms are larger than endotherms because they need to have a larger surface area to volume ratio in order to either increase or lower their temperature.   Ectotherms usually have fur in order to conserve heat when they live in very cold environments.   Ectotherms are smaller than endotherms because they need more surface area to dissipate heat relative to their insides.   Ectotherms can survive in a wider variety of habitats because they are smaller and can behaviorally adapt to a wide variety of temperatures.
Which of the following is TRUE of ectothermy?
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