Maintains a constant body temperature even when external temperature changes external temperature sets the internal temperature internal temperature constantly changes
a. endotherm
b. ectotherm
c. poikilotherm

the most common type of reef is the fringing reef. this type of reef grows seaward directly from the shore. they form borders along the shoreline and surrounding islands.

plants absorb water from the soil by osmosis. root hair cells are adapted for this by having a large surface area to speed up osmosis. the absorbed water is transported through the roots to the rest of the plant where it is used for different purposes: it transports dissolved minerals around the plant.