AP BIOLOGY

ANIMAL BEHAVIOR

SOCIAL BEHAVIOR

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What type of structural adaptations do dolphins have for movement?
A
Gills
B
Fins
C
Blowholes
D
Eyes
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Dolphins are adapted to living in water. They have a streamlined shape and fins instead of legs. They also have blowholes on the tops of their heads.

Detailed explanation-2: -The most important dolphin adaptation is the blowhole located on the top of the body. The blowhole allows a dolphin to come up to the surface, easily take in air, and continue swimming.

Detailed explanation-3: -Dolphins have many adaptations that help them survive in the ocean. Their bodies have been streamlined and their limbs have been modified. The pectoral flippers on the sides of their body help the animal steer and stop.

Detailed explanation-4: -Abstract. Porpoising is the popular name for the high-speed surface piercing motion of dolphins and other species, in which long, ballistic jumps are alternated with sections of swimming close to the surface.

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