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12. Which of the following is the best example of an

organism maintaining homeostasis?
A.
a wolf panting after a chase
B.
a spider catching an insect in a web
C.
a cricket becoming infected by a virus
D.
a mole digging tunnels in the ground

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Answer:

I would say A.

Step-by-step explanation:

Homeostasis is pretty much a state of rest or equilibrium. Only A counts, as that wolf is trying to catch its breath and lower its breathing rate and heart rate.

(I could be wrong if B counts. Ya know, if the spider needs to stop being hungry?)

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