Electric Eels: Nature’s Built-in Voltage Generators
Electric eels (Electrophorus electricus) are remarkable creatures capable of generating powerful electric discharges—voltage outputs exceeding 600 volts—using specialized cells called electrocytes. This natural voltage generation is not mere biological spectacle; it serves vital roles in defense, predation, and communication within the murky freshwater habitats they inhabit. Understanding how these fish produce and control electricity reveals …
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