Multiple choice general knowledge

Birds replace their feathers periodically in process called _____.

  1. Holting

  2. Colting

  3. Molting

  4. Bolting
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Molting is the periodic shedding and replacement of feathers in birds, maintaining plumage health and insulation. 'Holting,' 'Colting,' and 'Bolting' are not real biological terms for this process.

AI explanation

To answer this question, you need to understand the process by which birds replace their feathers. The correct answer is C) Molting.

Option A) Holting - This option is incorrect because there is no such process called "holting" in birds.

Option B) Colting - This option is incorrect because there is no such process called "colting" in birds.

Option C) Molting - This option is correct because molting is the process by which birds shed old, worn-out feathers and replace them with new ones. During molting, birds may lose flight feathers or change the coloration of their plumage.

Option D) Bolting - This option is incorrect because there is no such process called "bolting" in birds.

The correct answer is C) Molting. This option is correct because molting is the process by which birds replace their feathers.

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