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Bradycardia in marine mammals is an adaptation for:
Options
A Conserving oxygen while diving
Correct Answer
B Increasing metabolic rate
C Enhancing reproduction
D Retaining heat
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Bradycardia, or slowed heart rate, is a diving reflex adaptation that conserves oxygen by reducing heart rate and redirecting blood flow to vital organs during submersion.

Hint

Think about how slowing the heart helps during deep dives.

Question Info

Course: ZOO 101
Topic: ZOO 101 Past Questions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 1494 of 2214
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