ECONOMICS (CBSE/UGC NET)

Detailed explanation-1: -The animal that made Silk Roads trade possible was the Bactrian camel, which was incredibly well adapted to its environment. The humps on its back contain high quantities of fat (not water) to sustain it for long distances, and its long eyelashes and sealable nostrils guard against dust in the frequent sandstorms.

Detailed explanation-2: -Adapted to the harsh desert conditions of Central Asia and the Middle East, camels made ideal pack animals for travel along the Silk Road. These hardy creatures thrived on tough desert plants. They could carry more weight than horses or donkeys–as much as 300 pounds (136 kilograms)–and needed less water.

Detailed explanation-3: -For instance, if you needed to travel 1000 miles and were traveling by camel you would divide 1000 by 18: 1000/18 = 55. 5 days. If you traveled the same distance by boat (1000/90) you would make the journey in just over 11 days.

Detailed explanation-4: -Arabian camels, also known as dromedaries, have only one hump, but they employ it to great effect. The hump stores up to 80 pounds of fat, which a camel can break down into water and energy when sustenance is not available. These humps give camels their legendary ability to travel up to 100 desert miles without water.

Detailed explanation-5: -Silk Road Caravans In a caravan, five to twelve camels are typically roped together head to tail. The caravan leader often rides and even sleeps on the first camel. A bell is tied to the last camel in the line.