In which process is the metabolic breakdown of specialized brown fat deposits in certain animals substantially increased?
A) acclimatization
B) torpor40.2
C) nonshivering thermogenesis
D) shivering thermogenesis

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Nonshivering thermogenesis occurs in the brown fat of certain animals and is a process where heat is produced by the metabolic breakdown of fat deposits without the need for shivering. This mechanism is particularly important for maintaining body temperature in cold environments.

In Which Process Is the Metabolic Breakdown of Specialized Brown