1. How does your body maintain homeostasis when it is cold? A. Vasodilate B. Shiver C. Sleep D. Perspire 2. Both negative and positive ecological feedback mechanisms are important for maintaining ecosystems. False True 3. In a forest ecosystem, which of the following is the best example of a limiting factor for a snake? A. Water B. Sunlight C. Snake population D. Temperature

1. How does your body maintain homeostasis when it is cold? A. Vasodilate B. Shiver C. Sleep D. Perspire 2. Both negative and positive ecological feedback mechanisms are important for maintaining ecosystems. False True 3. In a forest ecosystem, which of the following is the best example of a limiting factor for a snake? A. Water B. Sunlight C. Snake population D. Temperature

Concepts of Biology

1st Edition

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Author:Samantha Fowler, Rebecca Roush, James Wise

Publisher:Samantha Fowler, Rebecca Roush, James Wise

Chapter19: Population And Community Ecology

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