Standard Science Primary 6 Interactions

Which of the following is a structural adaptation of a desert animal to survive extreme heat?

A Being active only at night
B Having long eyelashes to keep out sand
C Living in underground burrows during the day
D Having large ears with many blood vessels to lose heat
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Step 1: Distinguish between structural (physical body part) and behavioural (action) adaptations. Step [2-9]: Burrows and nocturnal activity are behaviours. Step [2-9]: Large ears (like the Fennec fox) are physical parts designed for heat dissipation.

Correct answer: Having large ears with many blood vessels to lose heat

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