Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

How many bones do sharks have in their bodies?

  1. 1,000 to 5,000

  2. 5,000 to 10,000

  3. above 10,000

  4. Zero
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Explanation

Sharks have zero bones in their bodies - their entire skeleton is made of cartilage, which is a flexible and tough connective tissue. This cartilaginous skeleton makes sharks lighter and more agile swimmers compared to bony fish, and is a defining characteristic of all cartilaginous fish.

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