Question

A snake moves

• A. In a straight line
• B. By making loops
• C. By its scales
• D. By its hollow bones

Answer 1

The correct option is B By making loops

A snake's body consists of hundreds of vertebrae and ribs. The length of a snake corresponds to its backbone length, which has numerous muscles supporting it. During locomotion, the backbone and associated muscles function together, thus making the snakes slither. This slithering action of the snake leads to movements which seem like loops. The integrated action of muscles i.e. contraction and relaxation lead to loop-like movements. Thus, a snake moves by making loops.

So, the correct answer is 'By making loops'