If the body size of an ectotherm with a semi-spherical body shape were to increase considerably, the surface area-to-volume ratio would _______, and the animal's ability to exchange heat with the environment would _______.
A) increase; increase
B) increase; stay about the same
C) decrease; decrease
D) decrease; increase

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As the body size of an ectotherm increases, the surface area-to-volume ratio decreases, which reduces the animal's ability to exchange heat with the environment.

If the Body Size of an Ectotherm with a Semi-Spherical