Which of the Following Statements About Temperature Regulation Is False

question 36

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about temperature regulation is false?

• A)All organisms maintain the same core temperature.
• B)Some organisms maintain a constant core temperature even when the external environment changes.
• C)Some organisms' core temperatures vary when the external environment varies.
• D)Different organisms may have different core temperatures at which they do well.

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Definitions:

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

A mental disorder characterized by persistent, unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive, ritualistic behaviors (compulsions) that the individual feels compelled to perform.

Anorexia Nervosa

An eating disorder marked by an intense fear of gaining weight and a distorted body image, leading to severe restriction of food intake.

Obsessive Thoughts

Persistent, unwanted, and intrusive thoughts that cause significant anxiety or discomfort, often seen in psychiatric conditions such as Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD).

Anorexia Nervosa

An eating disorder characterized by an obsessive fear of gaining weight, leading to severe restrictions on food intake and potentially life-threatening starvation.