Question

Define locomotion.

Answer 1

Locomotion:- Any type of movement in the body of an organism that results in progression from one position to another is called locomotion.

Locomotion is defined as the act of exhibiting various motions such as running, walking, jumping, crawling, swimming, etc by the body that cause a change in the position of the body. The movement of an organism from one place to another is also termed locomotion

During this process, there is the action of limbs, wings, cilia, and flagella. Locomotion helps an organism to explore for food, and shelter, avoid harsh weather conditions, escape from its predators, etc.