I WONDER - Do Animals With Bigger Hearts Live Longer?

The transcript discusses the correlation between heart size, heart rate, and lifespan in animals. It highlights that smaller animals like mice have shorter lifespans compared to larger animals like elephants. Scientists suggest that a larger heart results in a slower heart rate, which contributes to a longer life.

What is the average lifespan of mice compared to elephants?

How does heart rate relate to the lifespan of animals?

What is the relationship between heart size and heart rate?

Why do larger animals tend to have longer lifespans?

What can be inferred about the heart size of an animal and its longevity?