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Q112
(IAS/1994)
Science & Technology › Basic Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) › Animal diversity behaviour
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Which one of the following animals stores water in the intestine ?
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The correct answer is Option 2: Camel.
Camels are uniquely adapted to arid environments through physiological mechanisms for water conservation and storage. While it is a common myth that camels store water in their humps (which actually contain fat), they possess specialized structures in their digestive system. Specifically, the rumen (a part of the stomach) contains water sacs or diverticula that store fluid. Additionally, camels can store significant amounts of water in their intestines and bloodstream, allowing them to rehydrate rapidly by drinking up to 100 liters in minutes without suffering osmotic shock.
- Moloch (Thorny Devil): Absorbs moisture through its skin via capillary action, not intestinal storage.
- Zebra: Is a non-ruminant herbivore that requires regular access to water sources.
- Uromastix: A lizard that obtains moisture from food and stores fat in its tail, but lacks specialized intestinal water storage like the camel.
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