rule states that mammals from colder climates generally have shorter ears and limbs to minimise heat loss.

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rule states that mammals from colder climates generally have shorter ears and limbs to minimise heat loss. (A) Allen's (B) Berger's (C) Borge's (D) Powell's

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According to Allen's rule, in endothermal animals of colder areas, the extremities like feet, tail, ears, etc, tend to be smaller as compared to their relatives in warmer regions. This minimises heat loss.

Q. ______ rule states that mammals from colder climates generally have shorter ears and limbs to minimise heat loss.

Allen's

Berger's

Borge's

Powell's

According to Allen's rule, in endothermal animals of colder areas, the extremities like feet, tail, ears, etc, tend to be smaller as compared to their relatives in warmer regions. This minimises heat loss.