homeothermic Definition
having a relatively constant and warm body temperature, regardless of the temperature of the environment.
Using homeothermic: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "homeothermic" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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Birds and mammals are homeothermic animals.
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Homeothermic animals can maintain their body temperature even in cold environments.
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Homeothermic animals have an advantage over poikilothermic animals in colder environments.
Summary: homeothermic in Brief
'Homeothermic' [hoh-mee-uh-thur-mik] is an adjective that describes animals that maintain a relatively constant and warm body temperature, regardless of the temperature of the environment. This term is used to describe birds and mammals, which are able to regulate their body temperature through various physiological mechanisms. Homeothermic animals have an advantage over poikilothermic animals in colder environments.
