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Meaning of poikilothermal
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poikilothermal (a.)
Alt. of Poikilothermic
poikilothermal Sentence Examples
- Poikilothermal animals, such as lizards, rely on their surroundings to regulate their body temperatures.
- The poikilothermal nature of ectotherms means they exhibit sluggish behavior in cold environments.
- In winter, many poikilothermal species hibernate or become dormant to conserve energy.
- Poikilothermal organisms cannot maintain a constant internal temperature like homeotherms.
- Snakes are poikilothermic and bask in the sun to increase their body temperature.
- Frogs and toads are poikilothermal amphibians that can tolerate wide temperature fluctuations.
- Poikilothermal adaptations, such as camouflage and burrowing, help animals conserve energy and avoid predators.
- The size and shape of poikilothermal animals influence their ability to absorb or release heat.
- Some poikilothermal species exhibit behavioral adaptations, such as herding together, to regulate their body temperatures.
- Poikilothermy allows animals to survive in diverse habitats with varying thermal conditions.
FAQs About the word poikilothermal
Alt. of Poikilothermic
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Poikilothermal animals, such as lizards, rely on their surroundings to regulate their body temperatures.
The poikilothermal nature of ectotherms means they exhibit sluggish behavior in cold environments.
In winter, many poikilothermal species hibernate or become dormant to conserve energy.
Poikilothermal organisms cannot maintain a constant internal temperature like homeotherms.
