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What color are polar bears' fur?
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Their fur is actually black or dark brown but it looks white because the snow reflects off the snow.
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What does each individual strand of polar bears' fur look like?
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Each individual strand of fur is hollow and clear like a drinking straw so the water drips off.
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What length are polar bears' tails?
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Polar bears' tails are short to prevent heat loss.
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What length are polar bears' ears?
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Polar bears' ears are short to prevent heat loss.
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Can polar bears overheat?
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Yes. polar bears are so well padded they can overheat.
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Where can polar bears be found?
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In Alaska, Canada, Greenland, Russia, Norway and zoos.
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What do polar bears eat?
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They eat fish and seals, but they like seals better.
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How many teeth do polar bears have?
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They have 42 teeth.
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How big is a polar bear's paw?
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Each paw is bigger than a dinner plate.
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How can scientists find out the age of a polar bear?
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They can find out the age of a polar bear by taking a tooth and counting the layers in it.
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What are other names polar bears are called by?
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Ice bears, snow bears, and sea bears. (I think)
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