poikilothermal
adjective as in strong fondness
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Example:Many poikilothermic organisms regulate their body temperature based on environmental cues.
Definition:A living thing or its constituent part, especially in terms of its physiology or growth.
From organism
Example:Poikilotherms can thrive in environments with significant temperature variation.
Definition:The fluctuation in temperature over a period of time or within a given environment.
From temperature_variation
Example:The metabolic rate of poikilothermic animals often adapts to match the temperature of their surroundings.
Definition:A modification of an organism or its parts that makes it more suitable to its environment.
From adaptation
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