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Themember4

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When newborns are cold, they shiver, cry, and tuck their legs close to the body. These are examples of ______ that help maintain constant body temperature.
 
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Question 2

A reflex is a(n) ______ response to a particular stimulus.
 
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Reply #1 on: Jun 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

reflexes

Answer to Question 2

involuntary


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Reply #2 on: Jun 22, 2018
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