Life: The Science of Biology 11th Edition

Published by W. H. Freeman
ISBN 10: 1-31901-016-4
ISBN 13: 978-1-31901-016-4

Chapter 39 - Physiology, Homeostasis, and Temperature Regulation - 39.5 - Body Temperature Is Regulated through Adaptations for Heat Production and Heat Loss - 39.5 Recap - Learning Outcomes - Page 840: 1

Answer

Mammals shiver to generate heat from ATP. This occurs because the rapid and repeated contraction of the animal's muscles converts ATP to ADP and releases heat as a byproduct. Mammals and birds use stored brown fat to undergo a cellular process that converts organic fuel into heat without generating ATP.

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Mammals shiver to generate heat from ATP. This occurs because the rapid and repeated contraction of the animal's muscles converts ATP to ADP and releases heat as a byproduct. Mammals and birds use stored brown fat to undergo a cellular process that converts organic fuel into heat without generating ATP.
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