Shark Anatomy Worksheet
A Grade 10 science worksheet focusing on the internal and external anatomy of sharks.
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Shark Anatomy Exploration
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your knowledge. Refer to the provided diagrams if necessary.
1. What type of skeleton do sharks possess?
Bony skeleton
Cartilaginous skeleton
Hydrostatic skeleton
Exoskeleton
2. Which of the following organs is responsible for buoyancy control in sharks?
Swim bladder
Gills
Liver
Kidney
1. Sharks have a specialized sense organ called the that detects electrical impulses.
2. The dermal denticles that cover a shark's skin are structurally similar to .
1. Describe the function of the lateral line system in sharks.
2. Explain why sharks do not have a swim bladder like most bony fish.
1. All sharks must constantly swim to breathe.
True
False
2. Sharks have a highly developed sense of smell.
True
False
Using the diagram below, answer the following questions:
1. Identify the organ labeled 'A' and describe its primary function in a shark.
2. Which labeled organ is responsible for extracting oxygen from the water?
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