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What is the function of fins in fish like Freddy?
What is the function of fins in fish like Freddy?
- To trap food in the water
- To provide insulation from cold water
- To help them breathe air
- To assist in swimming and controlling direction (correct)
Which type of fin is located on the top of a fish's body?
Which type of fin is located on the top of a fish's body?
- Caudal fin
- Pelvic fin
- Dorsal fin (correct)
- Pectoral fin
What is the tail of a fish also known as?
What is the tail of a fish also known as?
- Caudal fin (correct)
- Pectoral fin
- Dorsal fin
- Pelvic fin
How do fish like Freddy breathe underwater?
How do fish like Freddy breathe underwater?
What role do scales play in a fish's body?
What role do scales play in a fish's body?
Which of the following fish is known NOT to have scales?
Which of the following fish is known NOT to have scales?
Where are Freddy's gills located?
Where are Freddy's gills located?
What are the rows of tissue that allow fish to breathe oxygen called?
What are the rows of tissue that allow fish to breathe oxygen called?
What is the main purpose of the caudal fin?
What is the main purpose of the caudal fin?
What do fish and humans have in common regarding certain body parts?
What do fish and humans have in common regarding certain body parts?
Flashcards
What are fins?
What are fins?
Fins are like extra tails on a fish's body that help them swim and control their direction.
What are the three types of fins?
What are the three types of fins?
The dorsal fin is located on the top of a fish's body, the pectoral fin is on the side, and the pelvic fin is on the bottom.
What does a fish's tail do?
What does a fish's tail do?
A fish's tail, also called the caudal fin, helps it swim by pushing its body through the water.
What do fish use to breathe?
What do fish use to breathe?
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What is the purpose of scales on a fish?
What is the purpose of scales on a fish?
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Do all fish have scales?
Do all fish have scales?
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How do fins help fish eat?
How do fins help fish eat?
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How do gills work?
How do gills work?
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How does the caudal fin help a fish swim?
How does the caudal fin help a fish swim?
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How do scales protect fish?
How do scales protect fish?
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Study Notes
Fish Anatomy
- Fish have fins that help them swim.
- Fish have three main types of fins: dorsal, pectoral, and pelvic.
- These fins help control movement.
- The tail, also a fin (caudal fin), propels the fish through water.
- Fish breathe using gills, not lungs.
- Gills absorb oxygen from water.
- Fish take water into their mouths, which passes over their gills.
- Fish scales protect them from injury.
- Not all fish have scales (e.g., catfish, lampreys, clingfish).
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Test your knowledge about the anatomy of fish with this quiz. Learn about different types of fins, how fish breathe, and the protective features of fish like scales. Discover fascinating facts that highlight the unique adaptations of fish in aquatic environments.
