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The Living Organisms and Their Surroundings — Science STD 6 — Question

CBSE BoardEnglish MediumSTD 6ScienceThe Living Organisms and Their Surroundings2 Marks
Question
Why does a fish die when kept outside of water?
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Answer

Fishes breathe through gills which take up oxygen dissolved in water. When kept out of the water, they are not able to respire due to difference in pressure. Hence, they die.

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