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  2. Polar bear - Wikipedia

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    The polar bear (Ursus maritimus) is a large bear native to the Arctic and nearby areas. It is closely related to the brown bear, and the two species can interbreed.The polar bear is the largest extant species of bear and land carnivore, with adult males weighing 300–800 kg (660–1,760 lb).

  3. Polar bears hold secret to surviving frigid winters — and we ...

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    Polar-bear-inspired material is warmer than a down jacket, without the bulk, according to the study. Polar bears hold secret to surviving frigid winters — and we can benefit, study says Skip to ...

  4. Transparency and translucency - Wikipedia

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    In other words, a translucent material is made up of components with different indices of refraction. A transparent material is made up of components with a uniform index of refraction. [1] Transparent materials appear clear, with the overall appearance of one color, or any combination leading up to a brilliant spectrum of every color.

  5. Fur - Wikipedia

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    Mammals with darker colored coats can absorb more heat from solar radiation and stay warmer; some smaller mammals, such as voles, have darker fur in the winter. The white, pigmentless fur of arctic mammals, such as the polar bear, may reflect more solar radiation directly onto the skin. [3]: 166–167 [2] Opossum fur

  6. Inuit clothing - Wikipedia

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    Men's polar bear parka and pants, North Greenland Inuit, Greenland National Museum Polar bear was a major source of winter garments for Greenlandic Inuit in the 19th century. [ 4 ] [ 7 ] Like caribou fur, polar bear fur grows in dual layers, and is prized for its heat-trapping and water-resistant properties.

  7. List of types of fur - Wikipedia

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    The fur measures about two and one-half inches in length. It is used mainly for muffs and neck, shoulder pieces. [4] The trapping of fishers is restricted in many States leading to it becoming a more uncommon type of fur in comparison to the mink. Fisher fur is more durable and water resistant than other types of fur such as fox. [7]

  8. Conservation and restoration of fur objects - Wikipedia

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    The turn of the century focused on the exotic animals like lions, tigers, leopards, and polar bear fur. The Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species , stopped the exotic animal fur market and the later part of the 20th century focused once again on more accessible fur like rabbit. [ 4 ]

  9. 18 details you probably missed in 'The Polar Express'

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    When the Polar Express passes Herpolsheimer's, the kids cheer and rush to the train's windows. This is the first indication of the film's setting in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where the department ...