Endothermic Animals

question 53

Multiple Choice

Endothermic animals

• A) use up more energy than ectotherms.
• B) are more active at a wider range of temperatures than ectotherms.
• C) have a higher metabolic rate than ectotherms.
• D) may have feathers to reduce heat loss.
• E) fit all of these descriptions.

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Definitions:

Papillae

Small, nipple-like structures on the tongue where taste buds are located, responsible for the perception of taste.

Taste Buds

Sensory organs located on the tongue that allow for the perception of taste.

Tympanic Membrane

Also known as the eardrum, it is a thin membrane that vibrates in response to sound waves and is crucial for hearing.

Eardrum

The thin membrane that separates the outer ear from the middle ear and vibrates in response to sound waves, aiding in hearing.