Multiple choice

Why do we keep aquatic plants inside the aquarium?

  1. The fish has more food to eat

  2. Fish can rest in between the plants

  3. The fish gets oxygen produced by these plants

  4. The fish can hide from other fishes

  5. To beautify the aquarium
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C Correct answer
Explanation

One of the most beneficial factors from live plants in the aquarium is the supply of oxygen. Oxygen is very essential to the survival of the biological system and inhabitants of any aquarium. Through a process known as “photosynthesis,” live plants utilise the carbohydrates from inorganic substances such as water and carbon dioxide (which is respired by fish) as a food source and in turn, release oxygen as a by-product.

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