Principles of Biology
Principles of Biology
2nd Edition
ISBN: 9781259875120
Author: Robert Brooker, Eric P. Widmaier Dr., Linda Graham Dr. Ph.D., Peter Stiling Dr. Ph.D.
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education
bartleby

Concept explainers

bartleby

Videos

Textbook Question
Book Icon
Chapter 1, Problem 1TY

A bird maintains a relatively stable internal body temperature on a cold day. This is an example of

  1. adaptation
  2. evolution
  3. metabolism
  4. homeostasis.
  5. development.

Expert Solution & Answer
Check Mark
Summary Introduction

Introduction:

Life is a dynamic process and the surroundings in which organisms live is not constant, it keeps on changing. Thus, to survive in the changing environment, some organisms such as mammals and birds regulate their cells and bodies to maintain relatively stable internal conditions. The ability of such organisms to maintain stable internal conditions is called homeostasis. For example, most mammals and birds maintain relatively stable body temperature in spite of changing environmental temperatures.

Answer to Problem 1TY

The correct answer is option (d) homeostasis.

Explanation of Solution

Explanation/justification for the correct answer:

Option (d) homeostasis. It the ability of an organism to maintain the stable internal environment of the body by self-regulatory processes within limits that enable organisms to survive. For example, birds maintain a relatively stable body temperature on a cold day. So, the correct answer is option (d).

Explanation for incorrect answer:

Option (a) adaptations. Adaptation is the changing in behavior to make it suitable for a new purpose. So, this is an incorrect answer.

Option (b) evolution. It is the change in the features of a species over many generations and relies on the process of natural selection. So, this is an incorrect answer.

Option (c) metabolism. Sum of all the chemical reactions in the organism is called metabolism. So, this is an incorrect answer.

Option (e) development. It is a sequence of changes in any level of an organism which results in organisms with a defined set of characteristics. So, this is an incorrect answer.

Want to see more full solutions like this?

Subscribe now to access step-by-step solutions to millions of textbook problems written by subject matter experts!
Students have asked these similar questions
Which choice best describes a reasonable mechanism for animal structures becoming better suited over evolutionary time to specific functions? Animals that eat the most food become the most abundant. Animals that restrict their food intake will become less abundant. Animals with mutations that give rise to effective structures will become more abundant. Animals with parents that continually improve their offspring's structures will become more abundant. Animals with inventions that curtail reproduction will become more abundant.
A caterpillar changes into a butterfly. This is an example of… Group of answer choices   irritability development evolution reproduction growth
Your friend remarks, "The giraffe stretched its neck while reaching for higher leaves; as a result, its offspring inherited longer necks” Which statement is the best response to correct your friend’s misconception? Group of answer choices Characteristics acquired are generally not passed on through genes to its offspring. Only favorable adaptations have survival value. Body that are used extensively become larger and stronger. Overproduction of offspring leads to a struggle for survival.
Knowledge Booster
Background pattern image
Biology
Learn more about
Need a deep-dive on the concept behind this application? Look no further. Learn more about this topic, biology and related others by exploring similar questions and additional content below.
Similar questions
SEE MORE QUESTIONS
Recommended textbooks for you
Text book image
Biology Today and Tomorrow without Physiology (Mi...
Biology
ISBN:9781305117396
Author:Cecie Starr, Christine Evers, Lisa Starr
Publisher:Cengage Learning
Text book image
Biology (MindTap Course List)
Biology
ISBN:9781337392938
Author:Eldra Solomon, Charles Martin, Diana W. Martin, Linda R. Berg
Publisher:Cengage Learning
Text book image
Human Heredity: Principles and Issues (MindTap Co...
Biology
ISBN:9781305251052
Author:Michael Cummings
Publisher:Cengage Learning
Animal Adaptations for Kids, Learn about physical, life cycle, and behavioral adaptations of animals; Author: Learn Bright;https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m2MibjJgyjs;License: Standard youtube license