Question

the rough - skinned newt. rough - skinned newts have brown, bumpy skin on their backs and orange skin on their bellies. shutterstock. rough - skinned newts may not appear dangerous: they are no longer than 20 centimeters (8 inches), with stubby legs and teeth that look like tiny bumps. however, 1. what are some of the traits present in the newt population described in the article? 2. how might these traits change from individual to individual? (hint: do you think the newts are all exactly the same color or size?)

Explanation:

The text provides information about the Rough - skinned newt, such as its physical traits like brown bumpy skin on the back, orange skin on the belly, stubby legs, and small teeth - like bumps. It also mentions its size (no longer than 20 centimeters). To answer the questions:

1. For the first question about traits, we can list the physical traits described in the text.
2. For the second question, individual newts may vary in color and size due to genetic variation and environmental factors.

Answer:

1. Brown bumpy skin on backs, orange skin on bellies, stubby legs, teeth - like tiny bumps, length no longer than 20 centimeters.
2. Individual newts may vary in color and size. Genetic differences and environmental factors such as diet, habitat conditions can cause these variations.