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Why is the mink coat so warm? - Geography

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Why is the mink coat so warm?

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Mink coats are so warm because mink pelts combine a very dense, fine underfur that traps pockets of still air (which greatly reduces heat loss by conduction and convection) with longer, smoother guard hairs that block wind and shed moisture; together this multilayered fur forms an efficient insulating barrier adapted to cold climates, which is why mink fur coats and blankets are prized for warmth.

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Chapter 18: Natural Regions of the World - SOLVE AND SCORE [Page 214]

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Rachna Sapra Geography [English] Class 9 ICSE
Chapter 18 Natural Regions of the World
SOLVE AND SCORE | Q D. 22. (b) ii. | Page 214
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