Study Guide for Campbell Biology
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ISBN: 9780134443775
Author: Lisa A. Urry, Michael L. Cain, Steven A. Wasserman, Peter V. Minorsky, Jane B. Reece, Martha R. Taylor, Michael A. Pollock
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Chapter 40, Problem 11TYK
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Introduction: The hypothalamus works together with other organs of the body in controlling temperature. Temperature is essential for the body to carry out all the
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