Question

Skunks have scent glands that allow the animals to give off an unpleasant odor when they are frightened or uncomfortable.

What function do the scent glands have?
A.
They act as a propulsion system to propel the skunk away from predators.

B.
They attract other skunks to mate with.

C.
They protect skunks against predators.

D.
They kill insects and small animals for the skunks to eat.

Answer 1

Some use them to mark their territory, while others use them as skunks do — as a defense mechanism to protect them from predators. Some animals are even named for their odor-producing ability.29 Mar 2021

Step-by-step explanation:

Skunks have two glands, one on each side of the anus. These glands produce the skunk's spray, which is a mixture of sulfur-containing chemicals such as thiols (traditionally called mercaptans), which have an offensive odor. The thiols also make their spray highly flammable.