Ectothermy
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Ectothermy is a noun meaning (biology) The condition of being ectothermic or cold-blooded; the maintenance of body temperature using external heat.
Meaning
(biology) The condition of being ectothermic or cold-blooded; the maintenance of body temperature using external heat.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include endotherm, ecotherm, endothermy, endothermia, poikilothermy, homeothermy.
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