Question

which is not an adaptation of desert animals that help them retain and acquire water in such a hot and dry environment?
a burrow in moist soil or live in underground dens
b excrete uric acid instead of urine
c evolved an internal air conditioning system to help them stay cool
d obtain water from the plants and animals they eat

please select the best answer from the choices provided

○ a
● b
○ c
○ d

Explanation:

• Option a: Burrowing in moist soil/dens helps avoid heat and retain water.
• Option b: Excreting uric acid (dry waste) reduces water loss, a water - retention adaptation.
• Option c: An internal “air - conditioning” system is for temperature regulation, not directly for water retention/acquisition.
• Option d: Obtaining water from food is a way to acquire water in deserts.

Answer:

C. evolved an internal 'air conditioning' system to help them stay cool