Winter Warmth

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Which of the following describes how a mammal's fur coat helps keep them warm in the winter?

  • The inner layer of fur traps pockets of air close to the body
  • The outer layer of fur acts as an umbrella to keep out wind, rain, and snow
  • Furry animals grow extra-thick fur in the fall
  • All of the above (correct)

What is the purpose of the long outer hairs in a mammal's fur coat?

  • To provide extra insulation in the winter
  • To keep out wind, rain, and snow (correct)
  • To trap pockets of air close to the body
  • To shed excess fur in the summer

What is the function of the inner layer of a mammal's fur coat?

  • To trap pockets of air close to the body (correct)
  • To keep the fur clean
  • To provide extra insulation in the winter
  • To shed excess fur in the summer

How does down feathers work for birds in the same way the inner layer of fuzzy fur works for mammals?

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