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A poikilotherm is an organism that its temperature fluctuates based on the temperature of its surrounding.
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Is a fish a homeotherm or poikilotherm?
a homeotherm
Is there another word for a cold blooded animal?
The scientific term for a cold blooded animal is Poikilotherm it is also ectothermic
What is an ectothermic insect?
Ectotherm is an adjective used to describe an animal that is cold-blooded. Also known as poikilotherm.
Is a fish a homeotherm or poikilotherm?
a homeotherm
Is a salamander a poikilotherm?
yes, their body temperatures can vary considerably
How does poikilotherm limit an organism?
Such animals can't live in very cold climate .
Is there another word for a cold blooded animal?
The scientific term for a cold blooded animal is Poikilotherm it is also ectothermic
Are night cnidarians endothermic or ectothermic?
They are a special type of ectotherm called a poikilotherm meaning they have the same body temperature as their ambient surroundings.
What animals maintain a steady body temperature?
"Homeotherms" maintain a steady body temperature and are warm-blooded, as opposed to "Poikilotherms" which are cold-blooded.An example of a homeotherm is a Lion, an example of a poikilotherm is a Crocodile.
What is an ectothermic insect?
Ectotherm is an adjective used to describe an animal that is cold-blooded. Also known as poikilotherm.
Blank animal have a body temperature that is effected by there environment?
You probably want the answer "cold-blooded", but there are better answers, like ectotherm and poikilotherm. If you want to go that far, look them up on the Internet. Be careful with how you write: you meant to say "animals have", not "animal". Also "their" not "there".
Can an animal be both cold and warm blooded IE can there be an animal whose body temperature is maintained homeotherm or changes in the environment poikilotherm depending on circumstances?
I'm not absolutely sure but i am pretty sure they can only be one. don't trust me though i might not be right.
What amphibion can be frozen?
Because thay are Poikilotherm (rely on external sources for body heat), some species of frogs hypothetically and demonstably can survive being frozen in an ice cube and defrosted. Note that cells, being 70% water, expand when frozen destroying the cell membranes. This is one of the major problems in cryogenics.
What are different organisms that cannot regulate their own body temperature?
The name for an animal whose body temperature varies considerably is a poikilotherm. Those animals whose temperature is controlled mainly by their environment are called ectotherms, while those with metabolic regulation are called endotherms.
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.
