The skin of some terrestrial animals such as reptiles is protected by
A
Feathers
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B
Slimy scales
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C
Dry scales
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D
Gills
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Solution
The correct option is C Dry scales
Reptiles have dry, scaly skin. The skin of reptiles is covered with scutes or scales which, along with many other characteristics, distinguish reptiles from animals of other classes.
Reptile scales are often brightly coloured and vary in shape and size throughout their body. These scales are mostly made of a hard substance called keratin.