Which is a disadvantage of an exoskeleton?

a. It must be shed (and a new one made) for its owner to grow.
b. It does not provide as efficient a muscle anchorage as an endoskeleton.
c. It allows for excess water loss.
d. It is not flexible enough to allow a full range of movement.
e. It is not able to absorb pigments for sufficient camouflage.


a

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