JAMB Biology 2002 Question 26

Question 26

Adaptation

Animals aestivate when the environment in which they live becomes

  1. A.hot and dry
  2. B.cold and wet
  3. C.warm and humid
  4. D.windy and snowy
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (hot and dry)

Explanation

Aestivation is a dormant state during hot, dry periods, as in lungfish and snails. Hibernation is the winter (cold) version.