Multiple Choice
Which statement best represents the difference between ectotherms and endotherms?
A) Ectotherms rely on homeostatic mechanisms to maintain body temperature.
B) Ectotherms have a very high daily energy expenditure.
C) Endotherms rely on behavior modification to maintain their body temperature.
D) Ectotherms derive heat from metabolic processes.
E) Ectotherms animals outnumber endotherms.
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