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a. State how the constant internal/environment is beneficial to organisms. b. Explain any two alternatives by which organisms can overcome stressful external conditions.

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a. Constant internal environment permits all biochemical reaction and physiological functions to proceed with maximal efficiency and thus enhance the overall fitness of the species. 

b. Organisms can overcome stressful external conditions with the following ways:

i. Regulation: Maintaining internal environment by maintaining constant body temperature or osmotic concentration. 

ii. Suspend (conform): By suspending metabolic activities through hibernation or aestivation diapause. 

iii. Migration: Organisms migrate temporarily to more hospitable areas.



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