Anguilas eléctricas

The video explores the fascinating electric eel, a knifefish found in South America's tropical rivers. It generates electric shocks using bioelectrical organs with electroplates, similar to a battery. The eel's nervous system coordinates these shocks to stun prey, relying on water impurities for conductivity. Despite its powerful shocks, the eel's skin provides resistance, preventing self-electrocution.

What is the primary function of the electric eel's bioelectrical organs?

What is the maximum voltage that the largest electric eels can generate?

How does the electric eel generate electric shocks?

What role does water play in the electric eel's ability to conduct electricity?

Why does the electric eel not electrocute itself when it generates electric shocks?