Properties of Camels Flashcards

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Name a property of the camel referring to the muzzle.

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Camels can close their nostils during sandstorms to avoid sand grains flying into their bodies, and also trap vapour, which returns to their bodies.

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Name a property of the camel referring to the eye area.

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They have long eyelashes & bushy eyebrows which protects their eyes during sandstorms.

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Name a property of the camel referring to the stomach.

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They store water in their stomachs and produce camel milk.

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Name a property of the camel referring to the foot.

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They have 2 toes and thick leather pads under their feet to help them grip the sand.

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Name a property of the camel referring to the skin.

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They have thick fur which helps them cope with harsh weather conditions.

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