Surface Area To Volume Ratio Flashcards
1
Q
Which sized animals have a higher surface area to volume ratio?
A
Smaller animals
2
Q
Animals with a compact shape have a small surface area to volume ratio- what does this mean for heat loss?
A
Minimise heat loss
3
Q
Animals with a high surface area to volume ratio
- What does this mean for water loss?
A
- More water is lost as a evaporates from their surface
4
Q
How are small desert mammals adapted to avoid water loss?
A
- Have kidney structure adaptation so they produce less year compensate
5
Q
How do elephants large flat is help them?
A
Helps them lose more heat by increasing their surface area
