Which of the Following Describes the Lack of Metabolic Suppression

question 37

Multiple Choice

Which of the following describes the lack of metabolic suppression in Bar-Headed Geese?

• A)Body temperature is raised, but metabolism and the need for oxygen are reduced at the level of individual cells.
• B)Body temperature and metabolism are reduced, but the need for oxygen is raised at the level of individual cells.
• C)Body temperature is reduced, and thus metabolism and the need for oxygen are also reduced at the level of individual cells.
• D)Body temperature is raised, and thus metabolism and the need for oxygen are also raised at the level of individual cells.

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