ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

The Humps

Well, let's talk about humps, but first, let's clarify what kind of humps we're referring to. Are we talking about the bumps on a camel's back? Or, are we discussing speed bumps on the road?

If we are talking about camel humps, you may have seen pictures of a camel's back, and noticed that there are two big bumps on it. They are called humps or "bosses." These humps are filled with fat, and they help the camel survive in its environment by storing energy. When the camel doesn't have fresh food and water to eat or drink, it uses the fat from its humps to stay alive. The bigger the humps, the more energy the camel has stored. Pretty cool huh?

Now, let's talk about the other kind of humps we previously mentioned: speed bumps. When we drive on the road, sometimes we see a raised part on the pavement that forces cars to slow down. That raised part is called a speed bump or a hump. Speed bumps are put in place to make sure cars don't go too fast in certain areas, like near schools or hospitals. They help keep people safe! So, whenever you see those big, round bumps on the road, remember that they're called "speed bumps" or "humps," and they help keep people safe.