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Their metabolism speeds up to produce heat.
Their metabolism speeds up to produce heat.
Their thick skin insulates the internal organs against the cold.
Their thick skin insulates the internal organs against the cold.
Their thick fur retains heat.
Their thick fur retains heat.
Their metabolism slows down to preserve heat.
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Polar bears maintain homeostasis in freezing cold weather primarily through their thick fur, which retains heat. Additionally, they have a thick layer of blubber that insulates their bodies against the cold. Therefore, the most accurate response from your options would be:
Their thick fur retains heat.
