Environmental Cues That Influence the Timing of Reproduction Generally Do

question 84

Multiple Choice

Environmental cues that influence the timing of reproduction generally do so by

• A) increasing the body temperature.
• B) providing access to water for external fertilization.
• C) increasing ambient temperature to that which is comfortable for sex.
• D) direct effects on gonadal structures.
• E) direct effects on hormonal control mechanisms.

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