Which sensory organ in sharks is specifically adapted to detect weak electrical fields generated by prey?
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Correct answer: Ampullae of Lorenzini (electroreception)
The Ampullae of Lorenzini are electroreceptors located in the snout of cartilaginous fish. They allow sharks to locate hidden prey by sensing the bioelectric fields produced by muscle contractions.
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