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The more fat you have the longer you can survive without food. This fat store is essential in the camels' dry desert environment where food is scarce.

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A camel can take water in what part of his body?

The hump carries water and the camel can take water from it anytme. Actually, the camel's hump stores fat and not water.


Is the camel hump fat?

Yes, contrary to popular belief that it stores water.


Is the water stored in the fat that the camel stores in their humps?

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What is inside a camel's hump?

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Why does the camel have thick wool on its back?

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What unique adaptations allow the humpback camel to thrive in its desert habitat?

The humpback camel has unique adaptations that help it thrive in the desert. Its hump stores fat for energy, its thick fur protects it from the sun, and its ability to conserve water allows it to survive in the harsh desert environment.


Why do camel have fat filled humps?

Camel bulges are actually filled with fat. The longer a camel does not eat or is able to drink the "hump(s)" will appear deflated since it will pull from the fat store for survival.


How does hemp of camel help him to survive?

u mean hump... it help by storing fat & water. and if the camel is tired after long journeys it tends to go floppy im 12 and i know it jeezzee


How does the color of a camel help it survive?

The colour helps it blend into their environment.


What is stored in camel's hump?

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