portuguès
poiquilotérmico espanyol
ectotermia An animal whose body temperature varies with the temperature of its surroundings; any animal except birds and mammals.
(Zoology) Having a body temperature that varies according to the outside temperature.
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Temperature has profound effects on behavior and aging in both poikilotherms and homeotherms.
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Temperature is an important modulator of longevity and aging in both poikilotherms and homeotherm animals.
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Temperature profoundly affects aging in both poikilotherms and homeotherms.