Refer to the Table Below

question 20

Multiple Choice

Refer to the table below.Biologists tracked a species of lizard in a southwest New Mexican desert over several seasons.The scientists compiled data on specific underground shelters that the lizards used during each season as shown in the table.Which statement is consistent with these data?

• A) The lizards have a physiological adaptation to reduce water loss.
• B) The lizards reduce water loss using night‒day cycles of activity.
• C) The lizards rely on metabolic water as a key source of water for survival.
• D) The lizards have a behavioral adaptation to reduce water loss.
• E) The lizards have a morphological adaptation to reduce water loss.

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