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How do fish in Antarctica remain active in sea water?

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Dear student, many fishes that live in extremely cold water produce a special kind of antifreeze in their blood. These chemicals are a type of glycoprotein, made from a combination of sugar and protein, that circulate the blood and prevent it from freezing and likewise they remain active.

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