For a typical bird or mammal, the slope of the line below the thermoneutral zone equals _______ and is steeper for an animal with _______ insulation and higher thermal conductance.

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The slope of the line below the thermoneutral zone is negative (-C) because it represents the rate of heat loss, which increases as temperature decreases. It is steeper for an animal with lower insulation and higher thermal conductance, as these animals lose heat more rapidly.

For a Typical Bird or Mammal, the Slope of the Line