Which of the following are merits of streamlined shape of fish?

Increases resistance of water while swimming.

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Reduces resistance of water while swimming.

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Reduces the speed of swimming.

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Increases the availability of oxygen.

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The correct option is B Reduces resistance of water while swimming.
Fishes have a streamlined body. This shape reduces the friction or resistance while the fish swims in water.

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Which of the following are merits of streamlined shape of fish?

The correct option is B Reduces resistance of water while swimming.Fishes have a streamlined body. This shape reduces the friction or resistance while the fish swims in water.

The correct option is B Reduces resistance of water while swimming.
Fishes have a streamlined body. This shape reduces the friction or resistance while the fish swims in water.