38. Animal Form and Function
Thermoregulation
2:05 minutes
Problem 9b
Textbook Question
Textbook QuestionExplain why it would be impossible for a gorilla the size of King Kong to have fur. (Your answer should explain how the surface area to volume ratio of a normal-sized gorilla would compare to Kong's; relate this to the role of surface area and volume in heat generation and heat transfer, and consider the function of fur.)
Verified Solution
This video solution was recommended by our tutors as helpful for the problem above
Video duration:
2mPlay a video:
221
views
Was this helpful?
Related Videos
Related Practice
Showing 1 of 13 videos