Thursday, August 23, 2007

Polar Bear Skin

Is it true that a polar bear's skin is black? If so, why is it black?
-- Shane

Yes, polar bears really do have black skin, although it's hard to see under all that white fur. Their skin is black because black absorbs heat better than any other color (or shade). So while their fur acts as camoflage, their skin helps to warm them up.
-- The Experts

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

What is the point of a cuticle? Is it even important? ps(idk if i spelled cuticle right but its the thing on your finger above your nail.) thanks.