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In which of the following fishes, electric organs are present which are modified musculature between eye and nostril ?

A

Torpedo ( electric ray )

B

Scoliodon ( dog fish )

C

Trygon ( sting ray )

D

Pristis (saw fish )

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To solve the question about which fish has electric organs that are modified musculature between the eye and nostril, we can follow these steps: ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Question**: The question asks which fish has electric organs that are modified musculature located between the eye and nostril. 2. **List the Options**: The options provided are: - Torpedo - Electric ray - Scolidon - Dogfish - Trigon - Stingray - Pristis - Sawfish 3. **Understand the Characteristics of Electric Organs**: Electric organs in fish are specialized structures that can generate electric fields. These are often found in certain species of rays and other related fish. 4. **Analyze Each Option**: - **Torpedo**: Known as the electric ray, it is recognized for having electric organs. - **Electric Ray**: This is essentially another name for Torpedo. - **Scolidon**: This is a type of shark and does not have electric organs. - **Dogfish**: Another type of shark, which also does not have electric organs. - **Trigon**: This refers to another group of rays, but not specifically known for electric organs. - **Stingray**: While they have some electric capabilities, they do not have the specific musculature modification described. - **Pristis**: Known as sawfish, they do not have electric organs. - **Sawfish**: Similar to Pristis, they do not possess electric organs. 5. **Conclusion**: After analyzing the options, the fish that has electric organs modified from musculature between the eye and nostril is **Torpedo** (Electric Ray). ### Final Answer: The correct answer is **Torpedo** (Electric Ray).
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