What Would Be an Expected Outcome of a Drop in Water

question 44

Multiple Choice

What would be an expected outcome of a drop in water temperature in a pond?

• A) An increase in the metabolism of fish living in the pond
• B) A decrease in the amount of O₂ in the water
• C) Increased blood flow in the fish living in the pond
• D) Decreased O₂ consumption of the fish living in the pond
• E) An increase in body temperature of the fish living in the pond

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Definitions:

Subduction Zone

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A geographic region in Asia that includes countries south of China and east of India, known for its diverse cultures, languages, and environments.

Tonga Island Arc

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