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What is hibernation and aestivation?

A. Thermal adaptation shown by animals

B. wind adaptation shown by animals

C. adaptation of animals to escape from predators

D. none

Answer: Option A

Solution(By Examveda Team)

Aestivation is summer sleep and during aestivation, animals usually tend to rest in a shady and cool place. They take sleep during the hot hours of daytime.
Hibernation is a winter sleep and in this sleep, an organism tend to pass the time in dormant conditions. They are not active at all. The find a warm place for themselves to protect their body from the surrounding cold environment.

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