Which of the Following Statements About the Lateral Line System

question 28

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about the lateral line system is true?

• A) The cupulae of the lateral line system each contain several hair cells.
• B) The lateral line system allows the fish to sense the presence of other fish.
• C) The lateral line system responds to pressure waves in the surrounding water.
• D) The canal of the lateral line system has numerous openings to the external environment.
• E) All of the above

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