WONDER #1394: Why Do Snakes Shed Their Skin?

Question 1 of 3

Snakes shed their skin to allow for further what?

1. growth
2. colors
3. patterns
4. beauty

Question 2 of 3

The scientific word for skin shedding in snakes is what?

1. peeling
2. eczema
3. psoriasis
4. ecdysis

Question 3 of 3

The average snake will shed its skin how many times per year?

1. once
2. twice
3. two to four
4. twelve to sixteen

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