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  • Ectotherms: Understanding Temperature-Dependent Organisms
    Organisms whose body temperatures change with the environment are called ectotherms.

    Here's a breakdown:

    * Ectotherms: They rely on external sources of heat to regulate their body temperature. This means their internal temperature fluctuates with the temperature of their surroundings.

    * Examples of ectotherms: Fish, amphibians, reptiles, insects, and most invertebrates.

    In contrast, endotherms are organisms that maintain a constant body temperature, regardless of the external environment. They do this through internal mechanisms like metabolism and sweating. Mammals and birds are examples of endotherms.

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