Why do snakes cannot crawl faster on a smooth surface?

Question

Why do snakes cannot crawl faster on a smooth surface?

Answer 1

becuase it cant get a good grip and if has a grip then it can slip becuase it smooth

Answer 2

Some snakes are only specialized in moving on rough surfaces so it depends on the species. the scales on the belly of the snake differs on where the snake is located.

Some snakes like the sidewinder can go fast on smooth surfaces.

So in the end it depends on the snake.

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Answer 4

Because their scales grab onto dirt and grass and stuff like that. Using their scales to grab onto the surface is how they move around. If there isn't anything to grab onto then they have a hard time moving across that surface.