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insulation

mastery

UK /ˌɪnsjʊˈleɪʃən/ US /ˌɪnsəˈleɪʃən/noun

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In this sentence, what is the function of the reindeer's fur described as 'insulation'?

Reindeer can maintain a thermogradient of up to 100 degrees between body core and environment because of insulation provided by their fur.