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Hibernation
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гіBERнація
a dormant state in animals, characterized by lowered body temperature and metabolic activity, often during winter to conserve energy
Example
Bears enter a state of hibernation during the winter months to conserve energy and survive with limited food resources.
During hibernation, the ground squirrel's body temperature drops significantly, and its metabolic rate decreases to conserve energy.
In preparation for hibernation, the hedgehog builds up fat reserves to sustain itself through the inactive period.
02
гіbernація, зимова сплячка
cessation from or slowing of activity during the winter; especially slowing of metabolism in some animals
03
гібернація, застій
the act of retiring into inactivity
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