Ectotherm and Endotherm

Is this animals an ectotherm or endotherm?

• ENDOtherm

• ECTOtherm

An animal that depends on its environment to warm its body is a

• ectotherm

• ectoplasmic

• endotherm

• endoplasmic

An animal that uses energy stored in its body to keep its body within a normal range

• ectoplasmic

• endotherm

• ectotherm

• polortherm

Is this animals an ectotherm or endotherm?

• ENDOtherm

• ECTOtherm

Is this animals an ectotherm or endotherm?

• ENDOtherm

• ECTOtherm

An animal that uses energy stored in its body to keep its body within a normal range

• endotherm

• carnivore

• ectotherm

• metabolism

Mammals are endotherms

• true

• false

Which of the following is a characteristic of ectotherms?

• They rely on external sources for body heat.

• They maintain a constant body temperature internally.

• They have a high metabolic rate.

• They are only found in cold environments.

What is the primary advantage of being an endotherm?

• Ability to survive in a wide range of temperatures.

• Lower energy requirements.

• Dependence on environmental heat sources.

• Limited to specific habitats.

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Which of the following animals is an ectotherm?

• Frog

• Dog

• Cat

• Bird