The Philosophy of Confucius

question 38

Multiple Choice

The philosophy of Confucius

• A) formed a thoroughly practical and secular approach to life.
• B) called for a strict adherence to the will of the gods.
• C) addressed abstruse philosophical questions.
• D) was deeply religious.
• E) was inspired by the Hindu Upanishads.

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Definitions:

Body Temperature

The measure of the warmth or coldness of a body, typically maintained within a range that allows the organism's physiological processes to function efficiently.

Ectotherms

Organisms that regulate their body temperature through external sources, rather than generating much heat internally.

Thermoregulation

The process of maintaining body temperature within certain limits despite changes in the surrounding temperature.

Internal Metabolism

The complex set of chemical transformations within the cells of living organisms that are crucial for life, including energy production and the synthesis of necessary compounds.