Humans have not evolved larger lungs to adapt to desert environments.

The thick layer of fat serves as insulation, energy storage, and water storage.

Wearing loose-fitting clothing, avoiding midday sun exposure, and conserving water are all behavioral adaptations humans have made to desert environments.

Desert-dwelling humans conserve water by drinking less water, sweating less, and eating water-rich foods.

Desert-dwelling humans obtain water from groundwater, surface water, and rainwater.

Desert-dwelling humans protect themselves from the sun by wearing loose-fitting clothing, hats and sunglasses, and using sunscreen.

Desert-dwelling humans obtain food from plants, animals, and insects.

Desert-dwelling humans store food by drying it, salting it, and freezing it.

Desert-dwelling humans obtain energy from solar energy, wind energy, and fossil fuels.

Desert-dwelling humans protect their homes from the sun by building them with thick walls, small windows, and using shade trees.

Desert-dwelling humans use camels, horses, and donkeys as their primary modes of transportation.

Desert-dwelling humans communicate with each other over long distances by using drums, smoke signals, and mirrors.

Desert regions have a variety of forms of government, including monarchy, republic, and dictatorship.

Desert regions have a variety of languages spoken, including Arabic, Spanish, and English.

Desert regions have a variety of religions practiced, including Islam, Christianity, and Judaism.