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How would you describe the relationship between surface area, volume, and body size in animals?
The relationship between surface area, volume, and body size in animals is that as an animal's body size increases, its volume increases faster than its surface area. This means that larger animals have a smaller surface area relative to their volume compared to smaller animals. This has implications for things like heat regulation, as larger animals may have a harder time dissipating heat due to their smaller surface area relative to their volume.
Why is Dogs tail larger near his body?
if by larger you mean thicker,its because that is the base of the tail and there is also a joint there,so it needs to be strong
Why animals liver are bigger than human liver?
Not all animals livers are bigger (compared to body weight) than humans. However, some animals' livers are a larger proportion of the body weight because those animals are carnivores (unlike humans which are omnivores). A possible reason for this is that carnivores must be prepared for large, infrequent meals - so their liver needs to be large to deal with a sudden large intake of fat. Other animals, such as horses and cows, have larger livers simply because they are a much larger animal than a human (and in fact their livers are smaller relative to body weight).
Why do some animals big and flat feet?
Animals' feet reflect the environment in which they live. Aquatic animals such as ducks and geese have webbed feet since they need the ability to move through the water as a primary source of motivation. Larger land animals, such as elephants, need large surface area to maintain stability and support their weight. Also, their body form follows the mass/square law meaning that the larger the animal , the stronger (and thicker) the bones have to be.
Do humans have the greatest brain mass relative to their body mass in relation to other animals?
Yes.
Why do animals of colder regions and fish of cold region have thicker layer of subcutaneous fats?
Animals in colder regions have a thicker layer of subcutaneous fat to act as insulation and help them retain body heat in cold environments. Fish in cold regions also have a thicker layer of fat to provide buoyancy, energy storage, and protection against freezing temperatures. This fat layer helps maintain their body temperature and essential body functions in the cold environment.
How the decrease in in body surface area to volume ratio in larger animals on respiratory systems in the evolutionary process of animals?
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Can adipocytes get larger?
Adipocytes do get larger. Actually when animals including humans get fat they do not elevate the number of adipocytes in their body they just have larger adipocytes. Adipocytes do not multiply in an adult body they just get larger or they shrink according to how much fat they store.
What is a problem faced by animals as they increase in size?
As animals increase in size, they may face challenges related to resource acquisition, such as finding sufficient food and territory to support their larger bodies. They may also have difficulty regulating their body temperature due to a smaller surface area relative to their volume. Additionally, larger animals may be more susceptible to predators due to their decreased agility and increased visibility.
Relative to the kidneys the liver is what?
The liver is much larger than the kidneys. However, they are part of the same general system, filtering the body.
Why do larger animals like a bullfrog require a circulatory system but animals such as a planarian do not?
Diffusion is inadequate to move gases through the surface and into all parts of a larger animal body. However, diffusion alone is sufficient to move gases in and out of the thin body of a planarian.
Why is the rate of heat loss greater in a small animal than a large one?
Small animals have a higher surface area-to-volume ratio compared to larger animals. This means that they have more surface area through which heat can be lost relative to their body size, leading to a faster rate of heat loss. Larger animals have a smaller surface area-to-volume ratio, which helps them retain heat more efficiently.
