Question

Which of the following is an important criteria for animals to live in cold regions?

• A. Thick fat layer beneath the skin.
• B. Heavy body to walk on ice.
• C. Thin layer of fat beneath the skin.
• D. Thin layer of fat in the tail.

Answer 1

The correct option is A Thick fat layer beneath the skin.

In the polar regions, the temperature is always cold. Therefore, animals with a thick fat layer beneath their skin and furcoat covering their body externally can survive in the cold polar regions.