During Its Months-Long Hibernation in Its Burrow,the Body Temperature of an Arctic

Question

During its months-long hibernation in its burrow,the body temperature of an Arctic ground squirrel
A)is held at a constant 37°C.
B)is held at a constant 0°C.
C)varies between 0°C and 37°C, depending on the frequency of arousals from hibernation.
D)varies between 0°C and 15°C, depending on the external temperature outside of the burrow.
E)varies between 0°C and +5°C, depending on the temperature in the burrow.

Accepted Answer

During hibernation, the body temperature of Arctic ground squirrels varies between 0°C and 37°C, depending on the frequency of arousals from hibernation. The body temperature drops during hibernation but can rise during periods of arousal to around 37°C.