Thermoregulation, an Important Part of Homeostasis, Is Defined as

question 8

Multiple Choice

Thermoregulation, an important part of homeostasis, is defined as

• A)a mechanism for utilizing body fat for energy.
• B)reduced blood flow to an animal's extremities in order to conserve heat.
• C)the maintenance of internal body temperature within an optimal range despite change in external temperature.
• D)the mechanisms that allow an animal to hibernate without food or drink.

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