Due to increasing global temperatures, many animals are forced to move to cooler climates with many different environmental conditions than what they are used to. In order to survive, the animal must respond to the new conditions. Which of the following terms best describes this?
A)acclimation
B)adaptation
C)evolution
D)acclimatization
E)homeostasis

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Acclimatization is the process of a organism adjusting to changes in its environment, such as temperature or altitude. In this case, the animal is responding to the change in temperature and adjusting to the new climate. Adaptation refers to a genetic change over time that allows a population to better survive in its environment, while evolution is the process of species changing over time through natural selection. Homeostasis refers to the regulation of internal body conditions to maintain a stable environment.

Due to Increasing Global Temperatures, Many Animals Are Forced to Move