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Are sharks just cartilage?


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Cartilage:

  1. It is a type of flexible connective tissue that lacks vasculature.
  2. In humans, they are found in the nose, ears, and between joints.
  3. They aid in movement and provide support to the skeletal structure.

Sharks:

  1. Sharks are Chondrichthyes which is a class of jawed cartilaginous fishes.
  2. The cartilage skeleton provides flexibility and buoyancy while maintaining the rigidity of the structure.

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