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Desert Ant Survival

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What is the primary reason the desert ant can survive in the Sahara Desert during the daytime?

It is immune to the heat and can withstand it indefinitely
Its long legs elevate its body to a cooler temperature (correct)
Its body is adapted to withstand temperatures above 60°C
It has a special cooling system to regulate its body temperature

What is the typical speed at which a desert ant can run?

0.5 m/sec
2 m/sec
3 m/sec
1 m/sec (correct)

Why is the desert ant able to forage during the heat of the day when competition for food is low?

Because it is a nocturnal animal
Because its long legs allow it to run fast and minimize exposure time (correct)
Because it has a special cooling system
Because it is immune to the heat

What is a common challenge faced by all animals, including the desert ant?

Obtaining nutrients and oxygen (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the desert ant's long legs in terms of its body temperature?

To decrease its body temperature (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a benefit of the desert ant's speed in terms of its survival?

It minimizes the time it is exposed to the sun (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary driving force behind the evolution of adaptations in a population?

Environmental pressures and relative fitness (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between anatomy and physiology?

Form and function are correlated (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of the chapter in terms of animal form and function?

The coordination of body parts and internal environment regulation (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of anatomy in understanding animal physiology?

Anatomy provides clues to physiological function (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of studying animal form and function in relation to their environment?

It reveals how animals manage their energy use (C) Signup and view all the answers

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