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?

    <p>Obtaining nutrients and oxygen</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>To decrease its body temperature</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>It minimizes the time it is exposed to the sun</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Environmental pressures and relative fitness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between anatomy and physiology?

    <p>Form and function are correlated</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>The coordination of body parts and internal environment regulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of anatomy in understanding animal physiology?

    <p>Anatomy provides clues to physiological function</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>It reveals how animals manage their energy use</p> Signup and view all the answers

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