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Diaphragm is found in

A

Crocodile

B

Kangaroo

C

Ostrich

D

Snake

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Diaphragm**: The diaphragm is a dome-shaped muscular structure located below the lungs. It plays a crucial role in the respiratory system by separating the thoracic cavity (which contains the lungs and heart) from the abdominal cavity. 2. **Identifying the Organisms**: The question provides four options: crocodile, kangaroo, ostrich, and snake. We need to determine which of these organisms has a diaphragm. 3. **Analyzing the Options**: - **Crocodile**: Crocodiles have an incomplete diaphragm, which means it is not fully developed like in mammals. - **Kangaroo**: Kangaroos are mammals, and they possess a well-developed diaphragm that aids in respiration. - **Ostrich**: Ostriches are birds and do not have a diaphragm. - **Snake**: Snakes are reptiles and also do not possess a diaphragm. 4. **Conclusion**: Among the given options, the only organism that has a complete diaphragm is the kangaroo. Therefore, the correct answer is kangaroo. 5. **Final Answer**: The diaphragm is found in **kangaroo**. ---

**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Diaphragm**: The diaphragm is a dome-shaped muscular structure located below the lungs. It plays a crucial role in the respiratory system by separating the thoracic cavity (which contains the lungs and heart) from the abdominal cavity. 2. **Identifying the Organisms**: The question provides four options: crocodile, kangaroo, ostrich, and snake. We need to determine which of these organisms has a diaphragm. 3. **Analyzing the Options**: - **Crocodile**: Crocodiles have an incomplete diaphragm, which means it is not fully developed like in mammals. ...
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