JAMB Biology 2013 Objective — Question 46

Question 46 of 50 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Biology 2013 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

Physiological adaptation to very dry conditions in animals demonstrates

A. hibernation
B. aestivationCorrect
C. rejuvenation
D. xeromorphism

Explanation

Aestivation is a state of dormancy where animals are inactive and have low metabolic rates during hot or dry periods. Aestivation performs a protective role for those animals.

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