Consider the following statements:

1. Organisms that can tolerate and survive in a wide range of temperatures are called stenothermal.

2. Generally, humans are considered stenothermal.

The correct answer is:

Analysis of Statements Organisms that can tolerate and survive in a wide range of temperatures are called stenothermal. Incorrect: This is the definition of a eurythermal organism (eury- means wide). Stenothermal organisms (steno- means narrow) can only survive within a very limited range of temperatures. Examples of stenothermal organisms include many deep-sea fish or corals, which can perish if the temperature shifts even by a few degrees. Generally, humans are considered stenothermal. Incorrect: Humans are eurythermal. We have a remarkable ability to survive in environments ranging from the freezing Arctic to scorching deserts. While our internal core body temperature must stay narrow (around 37°C), we are biologically and technologically equipped to tolerate a wide range of external environmental temperatures.  Quick Comparison Table Term Meaning Tolerance  Examples Eurythermal Eury- (Wide)High; can handle seasonal/climatic shifts.Humans, Dogs, Tigers, many mammals.StenothermalSteno- (Narrow)Low; requires a constant temperature.Corals, Antarctic fish, many reptiles.Why this mattersIn ecology, an organism's thermal tolerance determines its geographical distribution. Eurythermal species tend to be found across vast latitudes, whereas stenothermal species are often restricted to specific, stable habitats.