Campbell Essential Biology with Physiology (6th Edition)
6th Edition
ISBN: 9780134711751
Author: Eric J. Simon, Jean L. Dickey, Jane B. Reece
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 21, Problem 15PS
Interpreting Data Using the data in the graph below, write a conclusion about the thermoregulation of river otters and largemouth bass.
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