2) Which is the following is true of Torpor? a) It only occurs in endotherms b)

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2) Which is the following is true of Torpor? a) It only occurs in endotherms b) It results in metabolic rates above basal metabolism c) It is common in large, polar organisms d) It results in higher internal body tempreature 3) In Van Helmont's ecperiment measuring a growing tree, which possible energy source for the tree's growth was he able to rule out? a) Oxygen b) Water c) carbon dioxide d) soil 4)In the zone of turbulent flow close to the surface of an object is referred to as a _____ layer? a) turbulence b) protective c)resistance d) boundary 5) When you touch something hot, your hand becomes warm; this is an example of the tranfer of _____ energy? a) autotrophic b) Kinetic c) chemical d) radiant

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2) c) It is common in large, polar organisms

When an organism enters a state of torpor, the metabolic rate and internal body temperature decreases.

Torpor occurs in both endotherms and ectotherms.

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