The Table Below Shows Data on Oxygen Concentration in Water

question 16

Multiple Choice

The table below shows data on oxygen concentration in water and the use of oxygen by fish at different water temperatures.What is one conclusion that can be drawn from these data?

• A) The solubility of oxygen in water increases as the temperature of the water increases.
• B) An inactive fish uses less oxygen during respiration when its body temperature is warmer.
• C) An active fish uses less oxygen than an inactive fish at higher water temperatures.
• D) Both active and inactive fish use oxygen at higher rates in warm water than they do in cold water.
• E) As water temperatures drop the amount of dissolved oxygen in the water decreases.

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