NTA Abhyas NEET2020BotanyAnimal KingdomPractice
Which of the following is not the feature of a cartilaginous fish?
Options
- ABilaterally flattened body
- BAbsence of operculum
- CCopulatory organ present
- DViviparity
Correct answer
A. Bilaterally flattened body
Step-by-step solution
Features related to Class Chondrichthyes (Cartilaginous fishes) are: 1. Endoskeleton is cartilaginous. 2. Mostly marine. 3. Usually dorsoventrally flattened. 4. The mouth is ventral. 5. Usually 5 - 7 pairs of gills without operculum (gill cover). 6. Placoid scales found. 7. Ureotelic. 8. Claspers present on pelvic fins. 9. Internal fertilization. 10. Mostly viviparous.