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ZOO 101 Adaptations In Animal Objective Question

Question

Countercurrent heat exchange, used by penguins to retain heat in cold environments, is what type of adaptation?
Options
A Structural adaptation
B Behavioral adaptation
C Physiological adaptation
Correct Answer
D Reproductive adaptation
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Countercurrent heat exchange is an internal mechanism for regulating body temperature, making it a physiological adaptation.

Hint

It involves the circulatory system.

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