The Skin of Reptiles

Question

The skin of reptiles
A)lacks chromatophores.
B)is never shed.
C)functions in respiration.
D)is shed in order to grow.
E)has mucus glands.

Accepted Answer

Reptiles shed their skin as they grow, a process called molting or ecdysis. This allows them to get rid of old skin and replace it with new, larger skin that accommodates their growth.