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What is the function of the urethra in rats?

The same function as the urethra in other mammals, it is the tube through which urine passes from the urinary bladder inside the body for elimination to the outside of the body in urination.


How are dumbo rats different from normal rats - are they kinder or just look different?

Dumbo rats are just the same as normal rats, its just their ears look different. They're personalities in no way differ from rats with conventional ears. Though all rats have different personalities, no matter if they are a dumbo or not. Some are playful, some are grumpy and some are sweet natured. I have three rats, one is a dumbo and two are not, and they are all different from each other! So no, Dumbo rats just look different in that their ears are larger and don't stand up as much as normal eared rats. Its up to you to decide if they are cuter or not!


Are bears related to rats?

Both are mammals. But rats are rodents, and bears are carnivores.


Are rats allergic to carbon monoxide?

Rats are not allergic to carbon monoxide, but it is toxic to them just as it is to us.


What is the classification of a rat?

There are many different kinds of rats. First there is the Rattus rattus, most commonly known as the black rat, and the Rattus norvegicus, known as the brown rat. There are also fancy rats, which are kept as pets. The most common are Berkinshire rats, which often have an agouti or brown coat, Hooded rats, which are white with a darker colour on the head and back, or Sprague Dawley rats, which are white laboratory rats. There are also hairless rats. This is generally caused by a mutation which is then bred into a population. Hairless rats are often more prone to health problems.

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What is a mammal's coat called?

The hair, fur, wool, or other soft covering of a mammal is called pelage.


What is the function of a rats bladder?

to hold it's urine.


What is the function of rat lungs?

To help rats to breathe


What is the scientific word for fur?

I believe it is 'Pelage'. Or hair.


What is the other word for rabbit fur?

pelt or pelage.


What is the function of the mammary glands of the rat?

To nurse baby rats.


What is the function of rats heart?

to pump blood around the rat's body


What is the function of rats trachea?

The function of the trachea is the same in all terrestrial vertebrates. It provides an airway from the mouth to the bronchi.


What is the function of the pancreas in rats?

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What does the large intestines do in the rats body?

The main function of a mammals large intestine is to reabsorb water.


What is the scientific name of animal fur?

The scientific term for animal fur is "pelage." This refers to the coat of animal hair, which can vary greatly in color, texture, and thickness depending on the species. Pelage serves various functions for animals, such as insulation, camouflage, and communication.


How similar are rats to humans in terms of genetic makeup and physiological characteristics?

Rats and humans share about 90 of their genetic makeup, making them genetically similar. Physiologically, rats and humans also have many similarities, such as organ structure and function, making rats valuable models for studying human diseases and treatments.