Standard Science Primary 6 Interactions

The camel has wide, padded feet. How does this adaptation help it survive in a desert environment?

A It prevents the camel from sinking into the soft sand.
B It helps the camel store more water in its feet.
C It allows the camel to lose heat more quickly.
D It helps the camel run faster to catch prey.
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Step 1: Identify the environment (desert with soft sand). Step [2-9]: Understand that wide feet increase surface area. Step [2-9]: A larger surface area reduces the pressure on the sand, preventing the camel from sinking.

Correct answer: It prevents the camel from sinking into the soft sand.

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