Which of the Following Best Represents an Adaptation to Increase

question 43

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best represents an adaptation to increase surface-to-volume ratio?

• A) the long bones of a giraffe
• B) the smooth skin of an earthworm
• C) the multilobed sacs in the lungs
• D) the striations of skeletal muscle

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Definitions:

Growth Spurt

A rapid period of growth, particularly in stature, that occurs typically during puberty.

Compensatory Behaviors

are actions taken to make up for or to counteract previous behavior, often seen in eating disorders to prevent weight gain.

Vomiting

The forceful emptying of stomach contents through the mouth, which can be a symptom of a wide range of health conditions or a response to certain treatments.

Absorption Of Calories

The process by which nutrients and energy in the form of calories from consumed food are taken up and utilized by the body.