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explain the structure of the lateral line system in fish
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It is a sensory organ that allows aquatic vertebrates to sense movement by way of tiny hair cells. is that enough detail or do you need more?
i need to know about the structure and function
http://www.britannica.com/EBchecked/topic/331503/lateral-line-system There's a good picture there along with some description which might help you figure it out. Basically there is a system of receptors under the skin/mucus layer which are attached to nerve endings that are triggered when the fish moves through the water, or if something moves the water around the fish.
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