[Campbell Biology P.922] According to the 'Variable: BODY TEMPERATURE' diagram, what is the ... | Practice Question

According to the 'Variable: BODY TEMPERATURE' diagram, what is the 'Response' to the 'Perturbation' of cold weather in penguins?

  • A: Body temperature warms toward normal.
  • B: Cold weather causes a drop in body temperature.
  • C: Penguins huddle together, reducing exposed surface area.
  • D: Normal body temperature.

Explanation

The diagram clearly labels 'penguins huddle together, reducing exposed surface area' as the 'Response' that counteracts the 'Perturbation' of cold weather.