A windchill and solar radiation index for homeotherms

A windchill and solar radiation index for homeotherms

A general windchill and solar radiation index based on established formulae and laws for thermal properties of fur and animal heat loss is presented. Some of the expected behavioural and physiological responses to variations in the index values are specified. Indices specific for season and weight o...

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Veröffentlicht in:Journal of theoretical biology 1974-10, Vol.47 (2), p.413-420
1. Verfasser: Oritsland, N A
Format: Artikel
Sprache:eng
Schlagworte:
Air Movements
Animals
Basal Metabolism
Body Surface Area
Body Temperature Regulation
Body Weight
Environment
Feathers
Hair
Models, Biological
Piloerection
Reindeer
Seasons
Sunlight
Wind
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Zusammenfassung:A general windchill and solar radiation index based on established formulae and laws for thermal properties of fur and animal heat loss is presented. Some of the expected behavioural and physiological responses to variations in the index values are specified. Indices specific for season and weight of caribou are presented.
ISSN:0022-5193
1095-8541
DOI:10.1016/0022-5193(74)90207-0