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Why is the mink coat so warm?
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Solution
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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