The Surface Area-To-Volume Ratio (S/V)can Be Calculated for Different Animals

question 90

Multiple Choice

The surface area-to-volume ratio (S/V) can be calculated for different animals. An animal with an S/V of ________ is most likely to use its skin as its primary respiratory surface.

• A)11.3
• B)8)6
• C)1)23
• D)0)12

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Definitions:

Hans Selye

A Hungarian-Canadian endocrinologist known for his research on the physiological responses of the body to stress and the development of the general adaptation syndrome model.

Walter Cannon

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Fight-Or-Flight Response

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