Asked by Jamie Stuart on Jun 14, 2024
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Birds differ from other reptiles in that birds ____.
A) have four limbs
B) lay amniotic eggs
C) maintain a constant body temperature
D) fertilize eggs internally
E) possess a dorsal nerve cord
Constant Body Temperature
The maintenance of a steady internal body temperature regardless of external environmental changes.
Birds
Warm-blooded vertebrates with feathers, wings, a beak, and typically the ability to fly, laying hard-shelled eggs.
- Discern the distinct groups of vertebrates by examining their defining traits.
- Explain the physiological adjustments that enable various vertebrate ways of living.
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Robert McCaulleyJun 18, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Birds are endothermic, meaning they maintain a constant body temperature, which is a defining characteristic that sets them apart from other reptiles.
Learning Objectives
- Discern the distinct groups of vertebrates by examining their defining traits.
- Explain the physiological adjustments that enable various vertebrate ways of living.