Summarize the points made in the lecture, being sure to explain how they challenge the specific points made in the reading passage.

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Summarize the points made in the lecture, being sure to explain how they challenge the specific points made in the reading passage.

The reading passage introduces the readers to the concept of endotherms whose body temperatures remain constant and quotes human beings as an example for them. It initiates the controversy regarding dinosaurs being endotherms and develops several reasons for dinosaurs to be considered as endotherms. The Professor in the lecture rejects each of the claims with relevant justifications.

First of all, the Professor states that during summer season, the Polar regions were hotter than they were today. Thus their temperature were on par with those of dinosaurs. Moreover, i...

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