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The Eskimo makes his house i.e. Igloo from ice. What is the reason for this?

A

The air between ice walls prevents the inside heat from escaping.

B

Ice is available free of cost, other material will cost a lot.

C

Only ice is available in polar regions.

D

Ice does not allow cold air and water to come inside.

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