Chapter 39.3, Problem 1C

Summary Introduction

To determine: The costs and benefits of ectothermy.

Introduction: In order to survive and function properly animals need to maintain $pH$ and internal temperature within relatively narrow limits. The body temperature is maintained within these narrow limits despite the changes in the surrounding temperature through a process called thermoregulation.

Summary Introduction

To determine: The strategies used by ectotherms to adjust their body temperature.

Introduction: Animals need to maintain a balanced state of body temperature to survive and function properly. The body temperature is maintained within narrow limits despite the changes in the surrounding temperature through a process called thermoregulation.