JAMB Biology 1993 Question 49

Question 49

Homeostasis

Cold blooded animals are referred to as

  1. A.poikilothermic
  2. B.homothermic
  3. C.polythermic
  4. D.homeostatic.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (poikilothermic)

Explanation

Poikilotherms are animals whose body temperature changes with the surroundings, such as lizards and fishes.