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Published on: August 13, 2026
A thick layer of fat under the skin in aquatic mammals essentially acts as __________
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In aquatic mammals like seals and whales, this thick layer of fat—commonly known as blubber—acts as an insulator to reduce the loss of body heat in cold water.
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