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Invisible Bears

  • May 9, 2013
  • By KIDS DISCOVER

Polar bears appear almost invisible to heat-sensitive infrared scans. Their layers of fat and fur trap heat so well, their surface temperatures are the same as the surrounding snow. Infrared can detect the bears’ faces, which are less protected.

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