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What is respiratory system? Write its structure and function?

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  • The respiratory system is a system of specific organs used for the gaseous exchange in plants and animals.
  • In Sponges, Cnidarians, Flatwormsthey respire from the general body surface.
  • In earthworm and frog, they respire from moist skin.
  • In insects, tracheal tubes are used for the exchange of gases.
  • In aquatic arthropods, Molluscs, Fishes gills are there for respiration.
  • In Reptiles, Birds and Mammals lungs in found.

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