Question

Which of the following is a characteristic feature of a musk ox?

• A. Snowy white skin
• B. Small body and lesser surface area for skin
• C. Long hollow hair on the body
• D. All of these

Answer 1

The correct option is C Long hollow hair on the body

One of the characteristic feature of animals in cold region is low surface to volume ratio and a white fur coat. On the contrary, Musk Ox are large and have black fur all over the body. The black fur are long and hollow. These hollow hair has air trapped inside it. Air is an excellent insulator of heat. Therefore, the hair helps in keeping the musk ox warm in cold climate.