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they have rough sole's because they need to stick to the snow so they do not slip

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Q: Why do polar bears have rough surfaces on their paw pads?
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Do polar bears have pads on their feet?

they do because their feet must stay protected from the ice


What vocabulary words relate to polar bears?

White, sharp, jagged, webbed, pads, and biggest.


How do polar bear walk on ice?

The bottom of the polar bears feet have pads but the pads have a skin layered on the bottom like sandpaper that helps them. there weight also helps them get where they need to be without slipping or falling.


What is the extra padding on polar bears?

Polar bears have thick layers of fur which keeps them warm amongst all the snow and ice that they have in the Arctic. They also have lots of blubber underneath this fur for warmth. On their feet, they have special pads which help them not to slip on the ice and to help them catch their fish. Their claws also help them grip on the snow and ice. These are all ways in which they have adapted to the environment that they are in.


What do dogs walk on?

This question is not very clear. Dogs walk on their paws. The underside of a dog's feet are the paw pads with are thick and rough skin to protect the dog's feet and to also enable it to walk on nearly all surfaces.


What is the function of foot pads on the bottom surfaces of rat's feet?

protection


Do polar bear's feet get cold?

NO ! They also have some fur surrounding their feet they have 3 layers of skin in their feet which prevents them from freezing .


How do polar bears walk on such thin ice when they weigh so much?

They break through thin ice as they have amazing power in there shoulders, which when pushed against the ice breaks.


What are dogs pads on their feet made out of?

Skin. Rough keratin-like skin.


What are a hunting dogs adaptations?

keen sense of smell, strong claws, they have toe pads to protect their feet from rough surfaces that could cause damage


What are elephant's heel pads?

Thick pads of rough skin tissue. This protects the elephant from rocks, bugs, and other things hiding in the dirt.


How is the polar bear adapted to the cold climate?

with there thick coat of skin and pads on there feet :)