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What do we mean by Allen’s rule?
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SSC CGL 2024 (Tier-I) Previous Year Paper (17-Sep-2024) (Shift 3)
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Mammals from colder climates generally have shorter ears and limbs to minimise heat loss.
Allen’s rule states that mammals living in colder climates tend to have shorter ears and limbs to minimize heat loss through extremities.
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