I answered boiling [C] in the exam. I think it could go either way really, as with a number of other 'dodgy' questions. I suppose there's no point going over it in my head. :wavey:
You definitely have a point. Although, the diagram is a bit unclear as to whether a stopper was included or not in the experiment.
As for your second point, I am curious myself as to whether just because the broth appeared clear of microbes on day 1 it means they were not exposed to microbes...
I put Vasoconstriction too :S I said there would be a slight change in colour in the rats extremities (tail, legs) I also said it's raised fur to create a layer of heat.