Desert Tortoises Shut Down Metabolic Processes for Long Periods During

question 29

Multiple Choice

Desert tortoises shut down metabolic processes for long periods during very hot and dry summer conditions. What form of dormancy is this?

• A) diapause
• B) hibernation
• C) torpor
• D) aestivation

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