The picture below shows a skunk. Skunks have structures called scent glands which help the skunks produce very bad-smelling odors.

Question

Why do skunks use their scent glands to produce the odors?
A.
to protect themselves
B.
to attract a mate
C.
to feed other animals
D.
to blend in better with the environment

Answer 1

A. to protect themselves

Skunks use their scent glands to produce strong odors as a defense mechanism to deter predators.