The lungs Flashcards
1
Q
What is the job of the lungs?
A
The job of the lungs is to transfer oxygen to the blood and to remove waste carbon dioxide from it.
2
Q
What is the job of the alveoli in the lungs?
A
The alveoli carry gas exchange in the lungs.
3
Q
What is the function of the blood capillaries?
A
They are involved in the exchange of materials at the tissues.