Question

List the 4 common features found in all the respiratory organs

Answer 1

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Mentioned below are the common features of all respiratory organs.

1. All the respiratory organs have large surface area to transport/exchange enough oxygen.
2. All the respiratory organs have thin walls for easy diffusion and exchange of respiratory gases.
3. All the respiratory organs such as skin, gills and lungs, have a rich blood supply for transporting respiratory gases.
4. A counter current multiplier is also present that ensure a steady concentration gradient of respiratory gases such as oxygen.

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