SSC MTS 2022 PYQ — Question 49

SSC MTS - 25 July 2022 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q49

Which of the following is/are example(s) of cold-blooded animals?

I. Turtles

II. Snakes

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. Both I and II.

  • Animals that cannot generate internal heat are known as poikilotherms (poy-KIL-ah-therms), or cold-blooded animals. 
  • Insects, worms, fish, amphibians, and reptiles fall into this category—all creatures except mammals and birds.