The skin of a fish produces mucus whose function is: O a. It repels predators. O b. It helps the sense organs to detect water vibrations. O c. It is a protection for the skin against salt water. O d. It reduces friction over the skin during swimming. O e. it protects the scale of the skin from damage.

The skin of a fish produces mucus whose function is: O a. It repels predators. O b. It helps the sense organs to detect water vibrations. O c. It is a protection for the skin against salt water. O d. It reduces friction over the skin during swimming. O e. it protects the scale of the skin from damage.

BIOLOGY:CONCEPTS+APPL.(LOOSELEAF)

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Chapter32: Structural Support And Movement

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