Sharks!

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How old can some sharks get?

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Some sharks can live up to 500 years.

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How often do sharks eat?

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Sharks typically eat every few days.

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What is tonic immobility in sharks?

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Tonic immobility is a trance-like state that some sharks enter when turned upside down.

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Is shark skin smooth?

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No, shark skin is not smooth; it has a rough texture due to tiny scales called dermal denticles.

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How do sharks sense electromagnetic fields?

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Sharks sense electromagnetic fields through specialized organs called ampullae of Lorenzini.

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What are dermal denticles?

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Dermal denticles are small, tooth-like structures on shark skin that provide protection and reduce drag in the water.

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What is the primary diet of most sharks?

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Most sharks are carnivorous and primarily eat fish, squid, and marine mammals.

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How do sharks breathe?

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Sharks breathe by passing water over their gills, which extract oxygen from the water.

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What is the role of the lateral line in sharks?

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The lateral line is a sensory system that helps sharks detect vibrations and movement in the water.

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Do sharks have bones?

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No, sharks have a skeleton made of cartilage, which is lighter and more flexible than bone.