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Climate and Change in Ecosystems — Cumulative exam

Question 60 • SC332 Environmental Science B

Which of the following is the adaptation that allows animals to survive in high altitudes, which contain lower levels of oxygen?

Answer
A
migration
B
higher levels of hemoglobin
C
insulating feathers
D
higher body temperatures

Explanation

At high altitudes, the air contains less oxygen, so animals need to capture and transport oxygen efficiently. Higher levels of hemoglobin help the blood carry more oxygen to the body’s tissues. Therefore, the best answer is higher levels of hemoglobin.

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