Question

What will happen if a fish does not have slippery or scaly skin?

Answer 1

Answer:

Many fish have an outer covering of scales. Scales protect fish, much like a suit of armor. All fish have a slimy covering of mucus. This substance allows the fish to swim through the water with very little drag and also makes it difficult for other organism to attach to the fish.

Explanation:

Scales prevent the fish from becoming dehydrated by maintaining the proper balance of water inside the fish. Technically, a fish would be able to live it's whole life without scales, as long as it avoids all the threats listed above.

Most are ectothermic and covered with scales. Scales protect fish from predators and parasites and reduce friction with the water. Multiple, overlapping scales provide a flexible covering that allows fish to move easily while swimming

Answer 2

Explanation:

Without the slippery and scaly skin ,fishes cannot move easily in water.