Metabolism of specialized brown fat depots in certain animals is substantially increased during
A)acclimatization.
B)torpor.
C)evaporative cooling.
D)non-shivering thermogenesis.
E)shivering thermogenesis.

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Non-shivering thermogenesis is a mechanism used by certain animals like hibernators and neonates to maintain body temperature. This process involves the metabolism of specialized brown fat depots, which is substantially increased to generate heat without shivering.

Metabolism of Specialized Brown Fat Depots in Certain Animals Is