Do freshwater fish drink water?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking whether freshwater fish actively drink water, given their environment, which usually has an abundance of water around them. This involves understanding the physiological adaptations of freshwater fish to their aquatic habitat.
Answer
Freshwater fish do not drink water.
Freshwater fish do not drink water actively. Instead, they absorb it through their skin and gills via osmosis because their bodily fluids are saltier than the surrounding water.
Answer for screen readers
Freshwater fish do not drink water actively. Instead, they absorb it through their skin and gills via osmosis because their bodily fluids are saltier than the surrounding water.
More Information
Freshwater fish live in an environment where their internal salt concentration is higher than the external water, leading to water naturally flowing into their bodies through osmosis.
Tips
A common misconception is that all fish drink water actively. Understanding the difference between freshwater and saltwater fish is key.
Sources
- Do fish drink water? Freshwater vs. saltwater fish process. - usatoday.com
- Do fish and sharks drink water? | Ask Dr. Universe | Washington ... - askdruniverse.wsu.edu
- Do Fish Drink? | Office for Science and Society - McGill University - mcgill.ca
