Question

Explain the mode of locomotion of the following animals.
i) Snake ii) Snail

Answer 1

i) Snake:
a) Snakes have a long and flexible backbone that facilitates their movement by forming S-shaped loops.
b) Hard structures known as scales on their body also aid in locomotion.
ii) Snail:
a) Muscular foot is the locomotory organ of a snail which is made of strong muscles.
b) Snails also secrete slimy mucus which coats the ground under the snail and this helps to move along easily.