APPENDIX I. CONSTANTS FOR USE IN BODY SURFACE AREA FORMULA: MAMMALS 

 K-values are derived from surface area values taken from extensive literature sources, using the formula 

 K = A(sqcm)W^/3(g). Weights are given in grams for convenient use in the formula and do not imply significance 

 corresponding to number of digits. Method of determining surface area: C = paper cover, I = surface integrator, 

 M = mold, P = perimeter, S = skinning, T = triangulation. Values in parentheses are ranges, estimates "c" (body 

 weight) and "d" (K-value) of the 95% range (cf Introduction). 



/I/ "Empty" weight. /2/ Starved animals. 

 Contributors : Morrison, P. R.. and Meyer, 



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surface area of one side of ear only. 



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