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Proteus is
(a) marine
(b) fresh water aquatic
(c) cave dweller
(d) desert amphibian

A

marine

B

fresh water aquatic

C

cave dweller

D

desert amphibian

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The correct Answer is:
To determine what Proteus is, we can analyze the options provided: 1. **Understanding Proteus**: The full name of Proteus is Proteus anguis, which is commonly known as the cave salamander. 2. **Identifying its Habitat**: - **Marine**: This option suggests that Proteus lives in the ocean. However, Proteus anguis is not found in marine environments. - **Fresh Water Aquatic**: While Proteus anguis does live in water, it is specifically adapted to a unique environment. - **Cave Dweller**: This option indicates that Proteus anguis lives in caves. Given that it is known as a cave salamander and has adapted to life in dark caves, this option is highly relevant. - **Desert Amphibian**: This option suggests that Proteus lives in desert environments. However, this does not apply to Proteus anguis. 3. **Conclusion**: Based on the information, Proteus anguis is primarily known as a cave dweller. Therefore, the correct answer is option (c) cave dweller. ### Final Answer: Proteus is (c) cave dweller.
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