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To provide ideal conditions for enzymes to carry out metabolic reaction, otherwise they become denatured and cease to function. Although the temperature around our extremities varies enormously, it is the CORE body temperature that must be kept at a constant 37oC.

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Do all organisms have the ability to maintain a constant internal temperature?

Not all organisms have the ability to maintain a constant internal temperature. Cold-blooded organisms like reptiles and amphibians need external sources like the sun to help them maintain a healthy temperature.


Why do major organs need to be kept at a steady temperature?

Major organs require a steady temperature to maintain optimal function. Fluctuations in temperature can disrupt biochemical processes within the organs, leading to inefficiency or damage. Keeping organs at a constant temperature helps ensure that cells function properly and overall health is maintained.


What does water help to regulate?

Water's high specific heat capacity helps to maintain body temperature. High specific heat capacity indicates a need for more energy to raise or lower the temperature of water. Sweat is another way that water helps maintain temperature. When sweat evaporates it draws in energy from the surroundings (the air and the body surfaces it is in contact with), effectively lowering the temperature.


Do birds or mammals have hotter body temperatures?

Birds have higher body temperatures than mammals. The average body temperature of birds is around 105°F (40°C), while mammals typically have body temperatures around 98.6°F (37°C). This higher body temperature in birds is due to their rapid metabolism and the need to maintain a high internal temperature for flight and activity.


Do turtles maintain homeostasis?

Yes, turtles maintain homeostasis by regulating their internal body temperature, blood pH, and water balance. They use behaviors like basking in the sun to control their body temperature and have physiological mechanisms to conserve water and remove excess salts from their bodies.

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What are the adaptations for maintaining a constant body temperature?

The adaptations for maintaining a constant body temperature are depending on the location of the person. Some people may need to layer up and warm up others may need to find ways to cool off and keep their body at a constant temperature.


Why does the circulatory system need to regulate a constant body temperature?

helps protect the body against bacteria


What is the most expensive zoo animal to feed on a pound-for-pound basis?

Any kind of shrew as they are in serious need to maintain a constant body temperature. Their ratio of surface area to body volume is very small and they radiate away most of their body temperature so they must constantly replace it.


Are cows endothermic?

Yes. Elephants maintain a constant body temperature like other mammals. They generate heat from their food. Of course they also need to cool down sometimes as they live in such hot places. This is why they have big ears. Blood circulates through them so it can lose heat to the surroundings.


How can a cold blooded animal evolve into a warm blooded animal?

Cold blooded animal mean,those animals cannot controle their body temperature.They change body temperature as with the environment.eg-Reptiles,fish etc.Warm blooded animals have a constant core body temperature and are able to controle their body temperature.e-all mammals includinh humans.


What happens to the body temperature of an endothermic animal as its environment cools?

The body temperature of an endothermic animal will remain relatively constant as its metabolism generates heat to maintain a stable internal temperature, regardless of changes in the environment's temperature. However, in extreme cold conditions, the animal may need to increase its metabolic rate or seek shelter to prevent excessive heat loss.


Do all organisms have the ability to maintain a constant internal temperature?

Not all organisms have the ability to maintain a constant internal temperature. Cold-blooded organisms like reptiles and amphibians need external sources like the sun to help them maintain a healthy temperature.


Do you need more calorie in summer than in winter?

No, typically you need more calories in winter due to your body maintaining your internal temperature. Because the temperature difference (dT) is smaller in summer, this requires less internal heating to maintain your body temperature.


What does your body need to maintain body temperature?

At 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit.At 37 degrees Celsius It depends on the person, but the average is at 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit.


Why do you need to urinate what purpose does it serve?

To get rid of liquid waste, like urine. It also helps with keeping constant body temperature.


Is a rabbit an exotherm or endotherm?

A rabbit is a mammal, and as such it is an endotherm. He produces his own heat from the energy he gets from his food, and has no need of an extern source like the sun or a radiating lightbulb.


How can we maintain temperature of a metal at zero degree and 50 degree?

If the metal can be submerged, put it in an ice water bath using pure water to maintain 0 C. To keep it at 50 C, you could use a constant temperature bath. If the metal can not be submerged, you might need a temperature controlled chamber.