[Campbell Biology P.776] Based on the text, which of the following is NOT true regarding sha... | Practice Question

Based on the text, which of the following is NOT true regarding shark senses?

  • A: Sharks possess acute vision and can distinguish a wide range of colors.
  • B: Their nostrils are used for smelling, not for breathing.
  • C: They can detect electric fields generated by nearby animal muscle contractions.
  • D: Sound reaches their inner ear via their entire body through water, as they lack eardrums.

Explanation

The text explicitly states: 'Sharks have sharp vision but cannot distinguish colors.' Therefore, the statement that they 'can distinguish a wide range of colors' is NOT true, making option A the correct answer.