Different Habitats Pose Certain Challenges to Animal Survival

question 2

Multiple Choice

Different habitats pose certain challenges to animal survival. For instance, terrestrial insects must maintain water balance by minimizing evaporation. How do insects minimize water loss?

• A) Eat more plant material that is high in water content.
• B) Excrete nitrogenous waste as urea.
• C) Have a cuticle covered by a waxy hydrophobic layer.
• D) Keep the spiracles open.

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