Sharks and rays increase their buoyancy by accumulating __________ in their livers.
A)cholesterol
B)squalene
C)triglycerides
D)wax esters

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Sharks and rays increase their buoyancy by accumulating squalene in their livers. Squalene is a lightweight oil that helps them to maintain a neutral buoyancy in the water. Other options like cholesterol, triglycerides, and wax esters are not involved in buoyancy regulation in these species.

Sharks and Rays Increase Their Buoyancy by Accumulating __________ in Their