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Dermal denticles are tooth-like structures that cover a shark's skin. They help reduce friction and turbulence when swimming, allowing for faster and more efficient movement through water. Denticles also provide protection against parasites and injuries.

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Small toothlike structures on the skin of cartilaginous fishes?

they are called plaqiod scales or dermal denticals.


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Boiling instruments was helpful which was louis pasteurs idea. Shark denticals have inspired humans that reduced bacteria and invented a texture to put on handals and railings


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A shark is?

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Does a shark have scales?

Dermal denticles. Literally, "skin teeth." They are similar in structure to the teeth of a shark. See http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dermal_denticle


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Your skin is the dermal.


What outer covering does shark have?

Sharks are covered in skin. Sharks have a covering of dermal denticles that protects their skin from damage and parasites in addition to improving their fluid dynamics.


What are dentacles?

Dentacles are small projections found on the arms or tentacles of certain animals like cephalopods. They can be used for grasping prey or manipulating objects.


What are sharks skin made of?

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Whatsthe sixth seance of a shark?

Glad you asked that! It is called Dermal vision. Sharks can sense the shapes of object such as rocks and reef hazards Through their skin- which feels like sandpaper or emery cloth. a unique super-power of the Shark. it"s sixth sense, not seance.


What dermal structures are responsible for fingerprints?

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How does the great white shark's skin and snout help it find its prey?

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