PPT Slide
The maintenance of proper body temperature is equally important.
- Biochemical reactions generally affected by temperature.
- Rx rates increase as temperature increases.
- Rx rates decrease as temperature decreases.
- Temperature affects the cellular environment.
- Temperature increases cause:
- Decreased viscosity of cytoplasm.
- Increased permeability of lipid membranes.
- Increased speed of speed/force of muscle contractions.
Amphibians and reptiles must regulate their water content and body temperature.