A Major Factor Which Aids in the Understanding of Contemporary

question 32

Multiple Choice

A major factor which aids in the understanding of contemporary distribution patterns of plants and animals is (are) ________.

• A) reproductive success
• B) evolutionary development
• C) extirpation
• D) migration
• E) all of the above

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Definitions:

Hypothermia

A medical condition characterized by a drop in body temperature below the normal range, requiring prompt medical intervention.

Narcotic Medication

Drugs that relieve pain, induce sleep, and can alter mood or behaviour, often with the potential for addiction and abuse.

Rectal Thermometer

A device used to measure body temperature via the rectum, providing a highly accurate reading.

Tympanic Membrane

A thin, cone-shaped membrane that separates the external ear from the middle ear, also known as the eardrum.