Animals maintaining a constant and elevated body temperature independent of ambient conditions are
A) homeothermic.
B) poikilothermic.
C) ectothermic.
D) mesothermic.
E) None of the choices are correct

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Homeothermic animals, also known as endothermic animals, are able to maintain a constant and elevated body temperature independent of ambient conditions through metabolic processes. This is in contrast to poikilothermic animals, which have body temperatures that vary with the environment.

Animals Maintaining a Constant and Elevated Body Temperature Independent of Ambient