Maintaining a relatively constant body temperature independent of external temperature is referred to as
A)heterothermy.
B)ectothermy.
C)poikilothermy.
D)homeothermy.

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Maintaining a relatively constant body temperature independent of external temperature is known as homeothermy. Heterothermy refers to animals that have the ability to regulate their body temperature to some degree but may enter a state of torpor or hibernation to conserve energy. Ectothermy refers to animals that rely on external heat sources to regulate their body temperature, while poikilothermy refers to animals whose body temperature fluctuates with their environment.

Maintaining a Relatively Constant Body Temperature Independent of External Temperature