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Isotopic analysis of tooth enamel and bone phosphate (δ18O) allows paleobiologists to estimate body temperature. Data from sauropods and large theropods suggest body temperatures ranging from 36°C to 38°C. While this supports homeothermy (stable internal temperature), it remains debated whether this was achieved through high internal metabolism (endothermy) or sheer size (inertial homeothermy or gigantothermy).

The debate over dinosaur metabolism—"hot-blooded" endotherms vs. "cold-blooded" ectotherms—has driven research for decades. dinosaur paleobiology pdf

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