Question

In the polar seas, aquatic (a)____ like (b)____ have a thick layer of fat called (c)______ below their skin that acts as an (d)______and reduces loss of body heat.

• A. $a$—fishes, $b$—sharks, $c$—clasper, $d$—conductor
• B. $a$—mammals, $b$—seals, $c$—blubber, $d$—insulator
• C. $a$—fishes, $b$—seals, $c$—blubber, $d$—insulator
• D. $a$—mammals, $b$—seals, $c$—blubber, $d$—conductor

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

In the polar seas, aquatic mammals like seals have a thick layer of fat called blubber below their skin that acts as an insulator and reduces loss of body heat