Sentences with phrase «insulated against the cold»

On dinosaurs, as on modern birds, feathers could have served a variety of purposes, providing lift or maneuverability during flight; a means of sending signals to other members of its species, including those of the opposite sex; or insulating against the cold.

Its thick blubber and fur insulate it against the cold, and its translucent fur, which appears white or cream - colored, camouflages it from its prey.

Among its many functions, fat surrounds and cushions vital organs like the kidneys and insulates us against the cold.

With an acoustic soft top insulated against the cold and heat, plus heat - reflecting leather and optional 4Matic all - wheel drive, the E-Class cab could very well be an all - season car with all the greatness of a convertible.

Dogs with a correct coat are able to better repel dirt and mud and keep insulated against the cold air or water.

The Newfoundland is drawn to water and is equipped with a heavy double coat which insulates against the cold and the wet.

Use a layer of straw or other bedding material to help insulate them against the cold.

There is also a thin layer of fat to insulate them against the cold and protect them when working upland.

Not exact matches

Most of us have managed to insulate ourselves against the numbing cold of nothingness.

In his efforts to armor himself against the cold, many a fisherman has turned to long underwear of quilted Dacron, or of materials which incorporate thousands of insulating air cells, and to heavy woolen «feel gloves» — so called because both thumbs and forefingers have panels of thin nylon which permit the angler to remain sensitive to the reel.

Designed in the shape of a versatile biker jacket from a heavyweight wool blend and lined, this will keep you insulated and covered against the cold.

Multi-layer design helps insulate the foot against cold and dampness while two plush, cozy layers provide all - day comfort Offers superior support on hard surfaces and creates an extra soft lining on the inside of the shoe

Elkhounds do well in all climates and their coat should NEVER be cut or shaved, as the insulating down coat provides protection against both heat and cold.

Use a layer of straw or other bedding material to help insulate your pet against the cold.

Wind chill — A brisk breeze can quickly cut through a dog's coat and greatly decreases its ability to insulate and protect against cold temperatures.

Again, the placement and construction of such shelter should take into consideration its ability to insulate a dog against inclement weather and extremes of hot and cold and suitable bedding should be provided within the shelter according to the condition at the time.

According to Ted Greenlee, a samoyed owner who moved his dogs from the Pacific Northwest to Florida, this insulating effect works against heat in much the same way as it does against cold.

The fine and downy undercoat serves to insulate the dog against extreme temperatures, hot and cold.

Not only are they insulated to protect against heat and cold with 6 inch thick insulated walls, they also have both electric air - conditioning and electric heat.

Adding insult to injury now at this point (the sadist in me I guess) the ballyhooed insulating effect of greenhouse gases now serves to insulate the surface against the LWIR eminating from the newly condensed vapors and makes the path of least resistance radiative transfer out to the cold dark cosmic void.

Our top tops for insulating your home against the cold will insure you and your family stay snug until spring