WAEC Biology 1991 (August) Question 55

Question 55

Adaptation

Which of the following statements best explains the term aestivation?

  1. A.A device for survival during the period of extreme food and water shortage
  2. B.A method of survival adopted by plants during the dry season
  3. C.Movement of animals over long distances
  4. D.A method of survival adopted by animals under favourable condition
  5. E.A device for rapid multiplication during abudance of food
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (A device for survival during the period of extreme food and water shortage)

Explanation

Aestivation is a dormant state some animals enter to survive hot, dry periods when food and water are short.