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 to avoid heat or live in underground dens
b. excrete urea 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:

We analyze each option:

• Option A: Burrowing helps desert animals stay cool and retain moisture.
• Option B: Having a thick fur coat (not "neal") in a hot, dry desert would trap heat, not help retain water or stay cool, so this is not an adaptation.
• Option C: Internal cooling systems help regulate temperature and conserve water.
• Option D: Obtaining water from food is a desert adaptation.

Answer:

B. exercise (has typo, likely "excrete") less (or has a typo) and has a thick fur coat (incorrect adaptation for hot, dry desert)