A blue whale’s baleen allows it to ____. a. catch zooplankton by filtering mouthfuls of water b. hold its breath on long dives c. stay warm in cold water d. communicate with other whales
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Baleen is a series of plates hanging from the upper jaw of baleen whales, including the blue whale. These plates are fringed with bristles that act like a sieve. Show more…
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