Breathing and gas exchange Flashcards

1
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how does a rich supply of capillaries help alveoli

A

who knows

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2
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how does a huge surface area affect alveoli

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more surface for diffusion to take place

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3
Q

how does very thin walls affect alveoli

A

diffusion path is very short

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4
Q

how does moist lining affect alveoli

A

allow gases to dissolve then diffuse

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