The Function of a Swim Bladder Is

question 60

Multiple Choice

The function of a swim bladder is:

• A)to assist the organism in steering with the currents.
• B)to increase the density of the organism to keep it afloat.
• C)to increase the surface area of the organism to prevent sinking.
• D)to prevent predators from eating the puffer fish.
• E)to allow a fish to change position in the water column.

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Definitions:

Lithosphere

The rigid outer layer of the Earth, comprising the crust and the upper mantle, which is involved in tectonic processes like plate movements.

Earth's Peak

Geological high points on Earth's surface, such as mountains or hills, formed by various geological processes including tectonic movements and erosion.

Deformation

The process by which rocks change shape or position due to stress, heat, or pressure without breaking.

Subsidence

The gradual sinking of land or a structure, often due to underground material movement or removal of fluids from the soil.