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Scientists just figured out how polar bear fur repels ice no matter how cold it is
In a nutshell Polar bear fur repels ice thanks to a specialized hair grease (sebum) that gives them ice adhesion strength comparable to high-tech synthetic materials, making it extremely difficult for ...
Smithsonian Magazine on MSN2d
How Do Polar Bears Keep Ice Off Their Fur? New Study Reveals the Secret—and It Could Improve Technology
The de-icing properties of polar bear sebum could fuel new innovations, scientists say, potentially unlocking alternatives to ...
Greasy hair gives polar bears fur with anti-icing properties
An international team of scientists has discovered the anti-icing secret of polar bear fur—something that allows one of the ...
New Scientist on MSN3d
How polar bears stop ice from freezing on their fur
Indigenous peoples of the Arctic traditionally use polar bear fur for its ice-resistant properties, but the science behind ...