Wednesday, March 25, 2015

The Humpbacks of Camels don't Consist of what you Think

The camel is an animal that lives in dry environments with very high temperatures and almost no sources of water. It is s desert animal which has adapted on the conditions in the desert. Its biggest problem there is the deficit of water.



However, the camel has adapted to life without constant consummation of water. Because of that, scientists believe that this animal is in the maximum observed stage of Darwin’s evolution. When adapting for life in dry environment, animals must change their anatomy and morphology of organs.





Camels are known for their humpbacks. Most of us think that camel have reservoir of water in their humpbacks. But this is not true. The humpback of a camel is full of fats. When fats oxygenates, they release energy, carbon dioxide and water. This water is called interior water and it is used by the camel when necessary. Camel use this water when it spends all other reserves.

So, camels have developed one special organ which provides energy and water in the same time when needed. This is only one of the many adaptations that we can find in camels. Because of that it is the most resistant animal in the world.

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