Which among the following is responsible for breathing in fishes?

Gills

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Lungs

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Trachea

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Solution

The correct option is A Gills

Fishes have gills which help them absorb dissolved oxygen present in the water and allow breathing underwater.

The gills are located on either side of the throat and are covered by an operculum which is also known as the gill cover.

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