Endotherms vs Ectotherms Flashcard

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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is an ectotherm?
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An ectotherm is an animal that relies on external sources of heat to regulate its body temperature, such as sunlight or warm surfaces.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is an endotherm?
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An endotherm is an animal that can generate its own body heat through metabolic processes, allowing it to maintain a stable internal temperature.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Give an example of an ectotherm.
Back
Crocodile.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How do ectotherms increase their body temperature?
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Ectotherms increase their body temperature by basking in the sun.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a common habitat adaptation for ectotherms?
Back
Burrowing underground.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a physiological adaptation for thermoregulation in endotherms?
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Sweating.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the primary advantage of being an endotherm?
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The ability to survive in a wide range of temperatures.
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