Question

The class name Reptilia refers to their

Answer 1

Reptilia - Etymology

• The term ‘Reptilia’ is derived from the Latin word ‘repere’ or ‘reptum’ which means to creep or crawl.
• Hence, the class name ‘Reptilia’ refers to their specific locomotory mode, i.e., creeping or crawling.

Final answer

c. Creeping or crawling mode of locomotion