Biology GCSE
Controlling temperature
What Controlling temperature means in Biology GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Controlling temperature
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Reduces heat loss from the animal to the surroundings, so less food is respired to stay warm.
Topics that use Controlling temperature
- Farming techniques (AQA GCSE)
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