Organisms That Cannot Withstand Large Changes in Temperature Are Referred

question 26

Multiple Choice

Organisms that cannot withstand large changes in temperature are referred to as:

• A)eurythermal.
• B)euryhaline.
• C)estuarine.
• D)isothermal.
• E)stenothermal.

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Definitions:

Dehydration

The excessive loss of body water, impairing normal physiological functions.

Catabolic

Metabolic pathways that break down molecules into smaller units, releasing energy.

Hydrolysis

A chemical reaction in which water breaks bonds between molecules, often leading to the decomposition of complex molecules.

Anion

A negatively charged ion, which moves toward the anode (positive electrode) during electrolysis.