alleryWhat helped Neanderthals retain body heat in cold settings?
AA low surface-to-volume ratio
BA high surface-to-volume ratio
CA long narrow skull only
DA large exposed body surface
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. A low surface-to-volume ratio
A lower surface-to-volume ratio reduces heat loss.
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