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it is said that most igloos built by the Inuits (or Eskimo's) do in fact have holes in the top. this is used so that the Inuit may build a fire with enough space so not to melt the igloo. it was also a method of creating a solid shell which in the harsh weather would withstand the winds without the shape of the igloo being lost or becoming brittle. also heat rises which ment not having a hole in the top ment that the igloo would need constant repair due to the roof melting.

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