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How do fish breathe underwater?

How do fish breathe underwater?

👶 Short Answer (For Little Kids)

Fish breathe underwater using their gills.

🧠 Detailed Explanation (For Older Kids)

Fish have special body parts called gills that work like tiny filters. When they swim, water flows over the gills, and the oxygen in the water gets absorbed into their blood. This lets them breathe just like we breathe air! So, even though they live in water, they can get the oxygen they need to stay alive.

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