Which outcome results when countercurrent exchange fails during antifreeze glycoprotein (AFGP) synthesis in Antarctic fish?

💡 Explanation

Increased blood viscosity results if countercurrent heat exchange warms blood during AFGP production; because this compromises cold adaptation. Without countercurrent heat exchange, temperature regulation will fail therefore the fish will freeze rather than continue enzyme (AFGP) production.

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