__________ rule describes what seems to be a general relationship between body surface area and temperature.
A) Bergmann's
B) Darwin's
C) Roberts's
D) Boas's

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Bergmann's rule states that in animals within a species or population, individuals that live in colder climates tend to have larger body sizes than those living in warmer climates. This is because a larger body size can help to conserve heat more effectively in a colder environment. However, there is also a related rule called Allen's rule that suggests that individuals in colder climates tend to have shorter appendages, such as legs or ears, compared to those in warmer climates to reduce surface area and heat loss.

__________ Rule Describes What Seems to Be a General Relationship