Question

2.Animals like polar bears living in cold regions have long hairs in their body. How do these hairs help an animal to survive in a cold region? *​

Answer 1

Answer:

A polar bear has the thick fur all over the body, except the tip of the nose. This insulates them from cold, even when they are in the water. Their fur has another use, hairs reflect light making the polar bear look white and helping them camouflage among the snow and ice. They have padded feet, help when running or climbing on ice. So, yes it is true 'A polar bear can survive in polar regions because of thick fur and padded feet'.

Answer 2

The long hairs on the body of polar bears help them to survive in a cold region because-

• The long hairs on the body of polar bear act as an insulator to the cold outside. It also prevents escaping the internal heat of the body of polar bear.
• Thus, long hairs protect the animal from harsh cold climatic conditions and ensure their survival in a cold region.
• Besides this, these hairs are white in color providing camouflage with their external environment.