According to Allen's rule, the mammals from cold climate have

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According to Allen's rule, the mammals from cold climate have (A) Shorter ears and longer limbs (B) Shorter ears and shorter limbs (C) Longer ears and shorter limbs (D) Longer ears and longer limbs

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According to Allen's rule, mammals from cold climate have short ears and short limbs to minimize heat loss. Extremities like ears and limbs are reduced to decrease the area for heat loss.

Q. According to Allen's rule, the mammals from cold climate have

Shorter ears and longer limbs

Shorter ears and shorter limbs

Longer ears and shorter limbs

Longer ears and longer limbs

According to Allen's rule, mammals from cold climate have short ears and short limbs to minimize heat loss. Extremities like ears and limbs are reduced to decrease the area for heat loss.