In this lesson, students will simulate the effect of environmental temperature on the metabolisms of both endothermic and ectothermic animals.

• Students will simulate environmental temperature changes and observe the effect of temperature change on the metabolic rates of two different animals.
• Students will develop an understanding of the effect of environmental temperatures on endotherms and ectotherms.
• Students will develop an understanding of the relationship between environmental temperature and animal metabolism.

• circadian rhythms
• ectotherm
• endotherm
• hibernate
• homeostasis
• insulation

This lesson involves students using TI-Nspire technology simulate the effect of environmental temperature on the metabolisms of both endothermic and ectothermic animals.
As a result, students will:

• Differentiate between endothermic and ectothermic animals.
• Develop an understanding of the physiological needs of endothermic and ectothermic animals.

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