The metabolic breakdown of specialized brown fat deposits in certain animals is substantially increased during ________.
A) acclimatization
B) torpor
C) nonshivering thermogenesis
D) shivering thermogenesis

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Nonshivering thermogenesis is the process by which brown adipose tissue generates heat by metabolizing fatty acids. This process is particularly important for small mammals and newborns, as they do not generate enough heat through shivering thermogenesis.

The Metabolic Breakdown of Specialized Brown Fat Deposits in Certain