Question
A scientist observed a population of ground squirrels with a genetic variation. Within the population, some squirrels have a ring of whitish fur around the eyes. This helps withstand intense rays of the Sun for a prolonged time compared to other squirrels with no eye ring. Based on this information, which type of squirrel will have a higher chance of survival in tropical regions?
Squirrels with no eye ring - They can open their eyes under the deep, dark soil.
Squirrels with no eye ring - They can see predators from a larger distance clearly.
Squirrels with eye rings - They can spend more time outside collecting food for the winter season.
Squirrels with eye rings - They can dig large burrows during nighttime due to improved eye vision.
Squirrels with no eye ring - They can open their eyes under the deep, dark soil.
Squirrels with no eye ring - They can see predators from a larger distance clearly.
Squirrels with eye rings - They can spend more time outside collecting food for the winter season.
Squirrels with eye rings - They can dig large burrows during nighttime due to improved eye vision.
Answers
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Based on the information provided, the type of squirrel that will have a higher chance of survival in tropical regions is:
**Squirrels with eye rings - They can spend more time outside collecting food for the winter season.**
The eye rings help these squirrels withstand intense rays of the Sun, allowing them to be active during the day when food collection is necessary, especially in tropical regions where survival is dependent on gathering resources and avoiding both heat stress and predators. The other reasons listed for squirrels with no eye ring do not directly relate to the context of surviving in hot environments.
**Squirrels with eye rings - They can spend more time outside collecting food for the winter season.**
The eye rings help these squirrels withstand intense rays of the Sun, allowing them to be active during the day when food collection is necessary, especially in tropical regions where survival is dependent on gathering resources and avoiding both heat stress and predators. The other reasons listed for squirrels with no eye ring do not directly relate to the context of surviving in hot environments.