In Nature, How Does an Ectothermic Animal Maintain a Constant

question 45

Multiple Choice

In nature, how does an ectothermic animal maintain a constant body temperature on a cold day?

• A) by basking in a sunny location
• B) by increasing its rate of metabolism without basking
• C) by eating more food, which creates heat as it's burned for energy
• D) by shivering

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