State three ways in which a respiratory surface is adapted to its function.
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Large surface area: Respiratory surfaces are adapted to have a large surface area to maximize the exchange of gases. This is achieved through the presence of numerous small air sacs or alveoli in the lungs, or through the extensive branching of gills in aquatic Show more…
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