Most marine organisms are ____

a. metabolic
b. endothermic
c. ectothermic
d. exothermic


ANS: C
These organisms are said to be cold blooded. Ectothermic organisms have internal temperatures are
close to that of their surroundings. Information can be found in the section Environmental Factors
Influence the Success of Marine Life.

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