GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

Detailed explanation-1: -These humps give camels their legendary ability to travel up to 100 desert miles without water. Camels rarely sweat, even in desert temperatures that reach 120°F, so when they do take in fluids they can conserve them for long periods of time.

Detailed explanation-2: -Animals such as kangaroo rats found in the desert never drink water. Ability to concentrate its urine to conserve water. Desert lizards bask in sun and burrow in the sand (afternoon) to escape the heat of the day. These adaptations prevent the loss of water in desert animals.

Detailed explanation-3: -Adaptive Features of Animals in Arid Lands Possession of excretory system that reabsorb water efficiently and only excrete concentrated urine and faeces. Possession of mechanisms of reducing water lost with exhaled air. Possession of fringed feet and toes to enhance walking on loose sand.