Which of the following help(s) prevent the loss of water from the body of desert animals?
A
Thin skin
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B
Hard soles
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C
Short legs
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D
Thick skin
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Solution
The correct option is D Thick skin Desert is a dry habitat. Organisms living in the desert have to conserve water for their survival. They have thick skin, long legs with flat and cushioned soles that protect them from the hot sand and prevents the loss of water from the body.