Hair is a defining characteristic of mammals. It is found on all mammals and on no other animal (Denton, 1986). Even the "hairless" mammals, including pigs, elephants, hippopotamuses, rhinoceroses, whales, dolphins, and other cetaceans (all of which are mammals) are partly covered with very fine short hair, especially in the young. The many functions of hair include the retention of heat, sexual dimorphism, attraction of mates, protection of skin, reflection (or absorption) of sunlight and, in the case of pets, the elicitation of a protective response from humans.
2006-07-10 01:24:51
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answered by ChitChatBrat 3
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the hair is used as a protect-ant from many things . hair on your head helps keep you cool or warm depending on the season . eyebrows are used as shade for your eyes , under arms and pubic hair keep you from sweating and offer a shield from gaulding rashes and odor . the hair allover your body also acts as a shield from the sun , heat , cold , ect .
2006-07-10 01:28:14
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answered by vpsinbad50 6
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Because we are mammals. All mammals have hair. Hair is used to retain body heat, protect the body from the elements, and to protect our bodies from dust and debris.
2006-07-10 01:25:49
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answer #3
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answered by casey_leftwich 5
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Mainly for protection against undesirable elements, like heat; also act as natural lubricant against friction.
2006-07-10 01:30:47
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answered by larry C 1
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to protect our head and hair is most probably the thing that makes ppl luk beautiful
2006-07-10 01:25:57
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answered by Monica 3
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Yes,we have Enif hairs do you want to see them ?
2006-07-10 01:28:14
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answered by lucky s 7
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We got hair so that we don’t look bald .... lol
2006-07-10 01:26:47
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answered by BignTall 3
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So we could pull them when we are mad
2006-07-10 01:26:07
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answered by Wildchild 1
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umm this is a stupid question.. no offense.. thanks for the 2 points!!
2006-07-10 01:36:15
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answered by kiss2envy 4
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umm this is a stupid question.. no offense.. thanks for the 2 points!!
2006-07-10 01:25:08
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answer #10
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answered by alexandra 2
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