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The exchange of gases in the alveoli of the lungs takes place
Precalculus 10 by Michael Sullivan
Precalculus 10 Edition
Author:
Michael Sullivan
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10
ISBN:
9780321979070
Publisher:
PEARSON
Subject:
Pre-Calculus
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The exchange of gases in the alveoli of the lungs takes place by:

A
Osmosis

B
Simple diffusion

C
Passive transport

D
Active transport

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The gaseous exchange is the simple diffusion of oxygen from alveolar air into the blood and diffusion of from blood to alveolar air.
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Lungs are made up of air-filled sacs, the alveoli. They do not collapse even after forceful expiration because of:
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The exchange of gases in the alveoli of the lungs takes place by:
Updated OnApr 18, 2023
TopicBreathing and Exchange of Gases
SubjectBiology
ClassClass 11
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