A Practice That Involves Cutting Off Fins of a Shark

question 16

Short Answer

A practice that involves cutting off fins of a shark and then returning the shark to the ocean without the fins they need to survive is called ____________________.

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Definitions:

Telophase

The final stage of cell division (mitosis and meiosis), where chromosomes decondense, nuclear membranes reform, and cytokinesis typically begins.

Interphase

The phase of the cell cycle in which the cell spends the majority of its time and engages in DNA replication, growth, and preparation for cell division.

Contains DNA

Refers to cells or structures having deoxyribonucleic acid, the molecule that carries the genetic instructions used in growth, development, functioning, and reproduction.

Digestive Enzymes

Proteins produced by the digestive system to break down food into nutrients, which can be absorbed into the bloodstream.