What permits reptiles to thrive in arid environments? Select one: a. Their scales contain the protein keratin, which helps prevent dehydration. b. What permits reptiles to thrive in arid environments? Their bright coloration reflects the intense UV radiation. c. A cartilaginous endoskeleton provides needed flexibility for locomotion on sand. d. A large number of prey and a limited number of predators are available in the desert.
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