How does the skunk cabbage maintain the temperature of its inflorescence 15$\degree$C to 35$\degree$C above air ambient temperature?
A) metabolizing starch at a very high rate
B) orienting the inflorescence perpendicular to the sun's rays
C) maintaining a bowl shape which reflects and concentrates solar energy
D) maintaining a cushion shape
E) extending its inflorescence along the ground to maximize conductive heat gain

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The skunk cabbage metabolizes starch at a very high rate, which generates heat and allows it to maintain its inflorescence temperature above the ambient air temperature.

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