Having Measured the Metabolism of Two Animals of Similar Size

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Short Answer

Having measured the metabolism of two animals of similar size at 15°C and 25°C, you find that the metabolic rate of Animal 1 is 115 ml of oxygen per hour at 15°C and 55 ml of oxygen per hour at 25°C. The metabolic rate of Animal 2 is 5.5 ml of oxygen per hour at 15°C and 11.5 ml of oxygen per hour at 25°C. Calculate the Q₁₀ for the metabolic rate in both animals and determine if they are endotherms or ectotherms.

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