A small mammal is found to have a reduced response to breathing stimuli such as low oxygen, partial pressure and high CO₂ levels. In addition, it also has a relatively low body temperature and metabolic rate. As such, this animal almost certainly spends a significant amount of its time in what kind of environment? A) Aarid or semi-arid B) Thick undergrowth C) Underground burrow D) Fresh water E) Grasslands

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The described characteristics, such as a reduced response to breathing stimuli (indicating an adaptation to environments with variable oxygen and carbon dioxide levels), low body temperature, and low metabolic rate, are typical of animals that live in underground burrows. These adaptations allow them to thrive in environments where air quality can vary significantly and where maintaining body temperature and conserving energy are crucial for survival.

A Small Mammal Is Found to Have a Reduced Response