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In Torpedo or electric ray, the electric organs are modified

A

Nerve nets

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Cartilage complexes

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C

Branchial muscles

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Respiratory centres

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Solution

The correct option is C Branchial muscles
A. Nerve net is a system of interconnected neurons or simply, it may be defined as nervous system.
B. Cartilage complexes is arrangement of cartilage which is a kind of structural component in the body.
C. Branchial muscles are derived from the pharyngeal arches
D. Respiratory systems are a part of brainstem and located in medulla oblangata.
Torpedo, known as electric ray, is a bottom living marine fish famous for discharging electricity. The electric organs are modified branchial muscles.
So, the correct answer is 'Branchial muscles'.

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