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The ground is very insulating. In fact, if you dig down deep enough, it can be very warm. While the ground does lose some heat during the cold winters, for the most part, the temperature difference is slight. The worms can stay very warm down deep under the soil (it’s kind of like being under a deep blanket!).
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Why do my fingers, toes, and ears get cold first on a winter day?
It would sure be terrific if your toes could stay toasty all the time. But this doesn’t happen in frosty weather because your body has bigger things to worry about–like…
Are worms animals?
Yes, worms are animals. They are a member of the class Annelida.
Why does quicksand make you sink?
Quicksand is basically just ordinary sand that has been so saturated with water that the friction between sand particles is reduced. The resulting sand is a mushy mixture of sand…
Does warm milk really make you sleepy and if so, why?
There are a few reasons some people think warm milk helps you fall asleep. First off, milk contains tryptophan, the same ingredient that makes everyone sleepy after Thanksgiving dinner. In…
How come we have hair on our bodies?
Humans are mammals — just like cats, dogs, bats, elephants, monkeys and foxes. Ever notice that mammals are pretty hairy animals? That’s because mammals have to stay warm — and…