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JAMB Biology 2009 Question 49

Question 49

Adaptation

During the dry season in the tropics, the body metabolism of some animals slows to a minimal level in a process referred to as

  1. A.hibernation
  2. B.aestivation
  3. C.dormancy
  4. D.senescense.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (aestivation)

Explanation

Animals like the lung fish and some snails become inactive during the hot dry season, cutting their metabolism to survive. This is called aestivation.