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ZOO 101 ZOO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

Question

Which mammalian feature allows sustained high activity levels compared to reptiles?
Options
A Scaly skin
B Three-chambered heart
C Efficient four-chambered heart and endothermy
Correct Answer
D Variable body temperature
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Complete separation of oxygenated and deoxygenated blood in a four-chambered heart supports high metabolic rate, while endothermy allows sustained activity independent of environmental temperature.

Hint

Reptiles have three-chambered hearts and are ectotherms.

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